What does the name "Halloween" mean?
All Hallow's Eve
What is the last name of the sisters in Hocus Pocus?
Sanderson
Which candy is most commonly associated with halloween?
Candy Corn
According to CNBC, what is the all-time most popular traditional Halloween costume for adults?
Witch
Halloween was banned in World War II
True- The government made sure that youngsters knew pranks and mischief fell under the same category as sabotage in this time of war
How many bones are in the average human skeleton?
206
Who directed A Nightmare Before Christmas?
Tim Burton
Michael Jackson song 'Thriller" was released in what year?
1982
According to superstition, on Halloween night what would swoop down and feast on the souls of the dying?
Owls
According to tradition, bobbing for apples is meant to promote fertility and marriage
True- The tradition has been linked to love and romance, and was originally part of a courting ritual to help young people determine if they were soulmates.
What is the day after Halloween called?
All Saint's Day
Which horror film features a killer names Freddy Krueger?
A Nightmare on Elm Street
What is the title of the Peanuts Halloween Special?
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
How much money do Americans spend on Halloween each year?
A. $2 Billion
B. $9 billion
C. $5 Billion
$9 Billion
In 1974, a individual named "The Man Who Killed Halloween" slipped cyanide laced treats into pixie sticks and gave it to his son and local children.
True- His name was Ronald Clark O'bryan and sadly his son passed away
What is the origin country of Halloween?
Ireland
In what year was the original "Halloween" movie released?
1978
Who originally sang the song 'Monster Mash"
Bobby Pickett
According to superstition, what does it mean if you see a spider on Halloween?
A dead relative is watching over you
In Italy, priest are not allowed to perform weddings on Halloween.
False- The Catholic Church views Halloween as a religious holiday
Which vegetable was originally carved before the pumpkin?
Turnip
In the 1984 film 'Gremlins" what are the 3 rules of taking care of a Mogwai?
1. No bright lights
2. Don't get them wet
3. Never feed them after midnight
The tradition of dressing up at Halloween started because of what?
to trick evil spirits
Which state with several hundred ghost towns was admitted to the Union on Halloween in 1864?
Nevada
During the Salem Witch trials, 2 dogs were also executed after being convicted of using witchcraft.
True- One was shot when a girl who suffered from convulsions accused it of bewitching her.