Halloween History
What country did Halloween originate from?
Ireland
Which ancient creature is said to be resurrected from the dead and craves human flesh?
A zombie
Who is the villain in “Friday the 13th”?
Jason
What animal crossing your path is bad luck?
Black cat
What is the most popular Halloween kids’ costume that consists of a red hat and mustache?
Mario
What vegetable was originally used for jack-o-lanterns?
turnips, and sometimes potatoes or beet
What creature is bat-like human?
Vampire
What is the haunted hotel in “The Shining”?
Overlook Hotel
What number is considered unlucky?
13
This superhero is known for the quote “truth, justice, and a better tomorrow,” and is also the most popular superhero costume. What is this superhero’s name?
Superman
What group brought Halloween to America?
Irish and Scottish immigrants
Which monster is known for a foul-smelling, slime-covered appearance in Ghostbusters?
Slimer
What horror film features a puzzle-solving killer?
The Saw
What happens if you break a mirror?
7 years of bad luck
What is a common Halloween costume for couples?
Barbie and Ken
What was Halloween originally called?
Halloween was originally a Celtic festival called Samhain and the name "Halloween" comes from All Hallows' Eve
What is another name for Bigfoot?
Sasquatch
What is the name of the main villain in the 1978 film Halloween?
Michael Myers
What happens when you display a carving of a jack-o-lantern?
Carving a jack-o'-lantern is meant to guide lost souls home and keep evil spirits at bay.
What is a classic monster costume for adults?
Witch
What is the name of the U.S. city known as the "Witchcraft Capital"?
Salem, MA
What is the name of the sea monster?
Kraken, Leviathan, and Cetus
Which character in It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown believes in the Great Pumpkin?
Linus
According to legend, what is supposed to kill a werewolf?
Silver bullet
What is the trendiest Halloween costume for 2025?
Demon Hunters