Which U.S state named apple cider their official state drink?
New Hampshire
What was fall originally called?
Harvest
Which region in the US is a popular “leaf peeping” tourist destination?
New England
What bug flies south to Mexico for the winter during the fall months?
Butterflies
In the U.S, what sport kicks off its season in early fall?
Football
Cranberries grow in water. True or False?
False. Cranberries grow on vines in the wetlands! These areas are typically flooded during harvest time.
In Ancient Greece, who is the goddess of harvest?
Demeter
What are the three colors of fall maple leaves?
Red, orange, and yellow
What do you call a male turkey?
A gobbler
Which 3-day autumn holiday is celebrated in Mexico, honoring deceased friends and loved ones?
Day of the Dead
Where do you go in the fall months to eat all kinds of fried food?
The fair!
Transylvania is commonly associated with Dracula. Where is this city located?
Romania
What trees stay green all year long?
Evergreen trees
What do squirrels typically eat during the fall?
Acorns
Which Hindu festival takes place in the fall?
Diwali
What root vegetable was traditionally used to carve Jack-O-Lanterns?
Turnips
What Celtic tradition does Halloween stem from?
Samhain
Why do leaves change colors in the fall?
Chlorophyll production slows down due to less exposure to sunlight.
What do foxes hunt during the fall months?
Mice
What is the term for the annual beer festival held in Munich, Germany?
Oktoberfest
What meat was likely consumed on the first Thanksgiving instead of turkey?
Deer
What is the Latin origin of the word 'autumn'?
Autumnus
What is the name of the pigment that causes leaves to turn brown?
Tannins
Why do bears often gain weight during the fall?
To prepare for hibernation
In the US, Election Day for government officials is held during which month?
November