Halloween History
Facts and Treats
Candy and Costumes
100
These two colors are typically associated with Halloween.
What are Orange and Black
100
This is the phrase that is usually spoken by Halloween goers in hopes of getting candy.
What is Trick or Treat!
100
This candy is only available around Halloween, and is usually yellow, orange and white. Despite it's name, it does not come on a cob, though.
What is Candy Corn
200
This is a common symbol of Halloween and allows for people to get very creative with a knife and an orange gourd.
What is a Jack O' Lantern
200
Some people celebrate Halloween by doing this activity, which involves dipping their head in a tub of water to retrieve a crispy fruit.
What is bobbing for apples
200
This costume can be made using a sheet cut with holes in it to see through.
What is a ghost
300
We know it as Halloween, but the more formal name for this holiday is known as this.
What is All Hallows' Eve
300
This activity involves a spooky trip through a field, typically riding behind a tractor, seated on a bale of hay.
What is a Haunted Hayride
300
A person dressed as this character can be identified by a pointed hat, and sometimes carries a broom.
What is a witch
400
Halloween actually originated in this country, a country also associated with St. Patrick.
What is Ireland
400
This nutty chocolate candy holds the #1 spot for amount distributed in the United States on Halloween.
What is Snickers
400
Halloween brings the most candy sales to the United States annually. This holiday comes in second.
What is Valentine's Day
500
Instead of begging for candy, Halloween goers used to do this in order to get a treat when going door to door.
What is dance
500
Some say that seeing this creepy, crawly critter on Halloween means that it represents the spirit of a loved one watching over you.
What is a spider
500
Candy usually comes in this size for Halloween, but most people would argue that it is anything but.
What is Fun Size
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