Candy & Goodies
Making its debut in the 1800s, what candy was originally called "Chicken Feed"?
Candy corn
According to superstition, what does hearing an owl's call mean?
Someone is about to die
What 2 colors are associated with Halloween?
Orange and Black
Finish this mischievous children's saying
"Treat or Treat, Smell my feet.....
Give me something good to eat!
What famous magician actually died on Halloween?
Harry Houdini
How many differnt colors of M &Ms are in a typical bag?
6 - red, orange, yellow, green, blue and brown
If you are born on Halloween, according to superstition what ability might you have?
The ability to talk to the dead.
Michael Landon and John Keats were both born on this day! And of course- RAE!!
A new record for the largest (heaviest) pumpkin was set in 2023. Where was it grown?
Canada, United States, Russia, Switzerland
United States- Minnesota (his own backyard)
it was 2,749 pounds!
In one US state, it's illegal to dress up as a nun. Which state?
Alabama, Ohio, Kentucky, Utah
Alabama- it is also illegal to dress up as a priest!
When was Halloween first celebrated in the US?
1840's when the Irish were fleeing the potato famine
What was the first wrapped penny candy in the US?
Tootsie Roll in 1907
If you want to keep spirits out of your home on Halloween, what should you sprinkle on your doorstep?
Salt
(garlic is to keep vampires out)
Halloween is celebrated on Oct 31st. What is the day after Halloween called?
All Saints Day
Most countries regard Halloween as good-natured fun. However, one country has made Halloween illegal. Which one?
Jordan
In the US, Halloween is the 3rd most popular holiday for parties. What are #1 and #2?
#1 = Superbowl
#2 = New Years
What is listed as the least popular candy for children to receive on Halloween?
Circus Peanuts #1 others include:
Necco wafers, Mary Janes, Licorice, Bit-O Honey
What is the significance of being the first person to bite an apple on a string?
You will be the next to marry!
Jack-o-lanterns are a common sight on Halloween. What were the first jack-o-Lanterns carved from?
Turnips
In Hollywood, California it is illegal to use what item from 12AM on October 31st until 12PM on November 1st?
Firecrackers, eggs, candles, silly string
Silly String- it is also illegal to sell silly string during these hours!
What Halloween radio drama caused mass panic on October 30, 1938?
War of the Worlds
According to the National Confectioner's Association, how many pounds of candy corn are made every year?
35 million pounds, 5 million pounds, 15 million pounds, 50 million pounds
35 Million pounds
What does seeing a live spider on Halloween mean?
A loved one is watching you
What country is credited with being the founder of Halloween?
Ireland- Halloween has roots in Celtic culture
A law in this US city states there are no Halloween celebrations on Sunday. Where is this law in effect?
A city in: Montana, Utah, Alabama, Delaware
Rehoboth, Delaware
About how much did the average American family spend on Halloween in 2023 including candy, decorations and costumes?
Approximately $100.00 per family