Halloween History
What date is Halloween celebrated?
October 31st.
This spooky creature is known for transforming into a bat and drinking blood.
Vampire
In the film It, based on Stephen King's novel, what shape does the creature often take to terrify the children of Derry?
A clown, specifically named Pennywise.
What do kids say when they knock on doors on Halloween night?
Trick or Treat!
In Ireland, Halloween was originally celebrated as part of this ancient Celtic festival. What is the festival’s name?
Samhain
On a full moon, this creature is said to transform from a human into a beast. What is it?
Werewolf
This 2013 movie about paranormal investigators Ed and Lorraine Warren covers the haunting of a farmhouse. What is it called?
The conjuring
What type of fruit is commonly carved for Halloween?
Pumpkin
In the past, people wore costumes on Halloween to scare away what?
Ghosts/evil spirits.
Often seen guarding haunted places, this shadowy, mischievous creature appears in English folklore and can take many forms.
Ghost
In the Saw series, what is the name of the twisted character who creates deadly traps to "test" his victims?
Jigsaw
Name one traditional Halloween activity besides trick-or-treating.
Carving pumpkins, costume parties, etc.
The custom of trick-or-treating began in which country?
The United States.
In Greek mythology, this creature has snakes for hair and can turn anyone who looks at her into stone. Who is she?
Medusa
In this movie, a character named Freddy Krueger haunts teenagers in their dreams. What’s the name of the film?
A Nightmare on Elm Street.
In Mexico, this holiday honors the dead with altars, sugar skulls, and marigold flowers. What is it called?
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
What was used before pumpkins to make Jack-o’-lanterns?
a) Pumpkins
b) Turnips
c) Cucumbers
d) Watermelons
Turnips.
According to Mexican folklore, this legendary spirit roams rivers searching for her lost children. Who is she?
La llorona
What is the name of the cursed videotape in this 2002 horror film that leads to death in seven days?
The ring
What do you call a pumpkin with a light inside?
Jack-O'-Lantern