Trick or Treat
How many pieces of candy does the average house give to each trick-or-treater?
2
Which horror movie features a killer named Michael Myers who escapes from a mental institution?
Halloween
The word "Halloween" is a shortened version of what Catholic holy day?
All Hallows' Eve
What animal is often associated with witches?
Black cats
According to their theme song, which family is said to be creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky?
The Addams Family
What is the most popular Halloween candy in America?
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Who directed the 1963 film The Birds?
Alfred Hitchcock
What country originated Halloween?
Ireland
Which vegetable is believed to repel vampires?
Garlic
What character in The Addams Family is known for her long braids and stoic personality?
Wednesday Addams
When did trick-or-treating become popular in the United States?
During the 1930s
What is the name of the hotel in The Shining?
The Overlook Hotel
What did people in Ireland carve instead of pumpkins for jack-o'-lanterns?
Turnips
What is it called when you have an irrational fear of spiders?
Arachnophobia
What was The Munsters’ address?
1313 Mockingbird Lane
What was candy corn originally called?
Chicken Feed
What town does Jaws take place in?
Amity Island
Why did people start dressing up in Halloween costumes?
Many Europeans dressed up to repel spirits that they believed came back to Earth
Traditionally, a silver bullet is supposed to kill what creature?
Werewolf
What famous magician died on Halloween?
Harry Houdini
What were the first 2 “fun-size” candy bars?
Snickers and Milky Way
What year was The Blob released?
1958
What was the original purpose of bobbing for apples on Halloween?
Fortune-telling (specifically predicting whom a woman would marry)
What’s the most popular Halloween costume for adults?
Witch
Who was the first president to have the White House decorated for Halloween?
Dwight D. Eisenhower