Movies
This 1993 film features three witch sisters resurrected on Halloween night.
Hocus Pocus
This vegetable, originally used for Jack-o'-lanterns, was once a turnip before it became popular in America.
Pumpkin
This creature is commonly associated with Halloween and is said to transform on a full moon.
Werewolf
This mythical creature is known for its ability to transform into a bat and is often associated with bloodlust.
Vampire
This song by Michael Jackson is famously associated with zombies and features a memorable music video with a dance sequence.
Thriller
In this classic horror movie, a group of friends must survive the night after disturbing an ancient curse.
Halloween
In the U.S., this state is known for having the largest Halloween parade.
NYC
This popular Halloween candy is often shaped like a corn kernel.
Candy Corn
This ancient creature, often depicted as a half-human, half-fish being, is said to lure sailors to their doom.
A siren
In Mexico, this holiday, celebrated from October 31 to November 2, honors deceased loved ones and is filled with vibrant traditions.
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)
This animated film follows a boy who accidentally opens a portal to the Land of the Dead.
Coco
This Halloween tradition involves going door to door, asking for candy, and is believed to come from an ancient practice of "souling."
Trick or Treating
In some cultures, it's believed that these supernatural beings will return to earth on Halloween night.
Spirits or ghosts
This folklore creature is said to be a shapeshifter, capable of taking the form of a human or animal, often causing chaos.
trickster or skinwalker
In this children's classic movie, a young girl discovers an alternate universe that turns sinister.
Coraline
This 1976 film features a young girl named Regan who becomes possessed, leading her mother to seek the help of a priest.
The Exorcist
In the early 20th century, Halloween was often seen as a night for pranks and mischief rather than costumes and candy.
Mischief night
This popular Halloween activity involves visiting a supposedly haunted location for thrills.
Ghost hunting
EITHER TEAM, BE QUICK: 1st person to yell TRICK OR TREAT gets the points.
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Sing any part of Monster Mash.
I was working in the lab late one night when my eyes beheld an eerie sight for my monster, from his slab, began to rise. And suddenly, to my surprise he did the Monster Mash. The Monster Mash, it was a graveyard smash. He did the Mash, it caught on in a flash. He did the Mash, he did the Monster Mash.
In this film, a young boys discovers he has the power to see ghosts and must help them find peace.
The Sixth Sense
This holiday, celebrated on November 1st, is often associated with Halloween and honors saints and martyrs.
All Saints' Day
The practice of dressing up in costumes on Halloween originated from this ancient tradition of disguising oneself from ghosts.
Guising
This legendary beast is said to be able to summon storms and is often associated with death and destruction in mythology.
Wendigo
What do the modern-day use of black and orange colors during Halloween symbolizes?
death (black) and harvest (orange)