Scary Stories From History
Halloween in America
History and Halloween
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Halloween Movies
100

Finish this classic Massachusetts rhyme;

"Lizzie Borden took an _____, gave her mother 40 whacks"

Axe

100

This state has the largest Halloween Parade in the United States

New York

100

According to legend, if you say this english monarch's name in a mirror three times, she will appear behind you

Bloody Mary/Mary Tudor

100

What supernatural creature can be killed with a silver bullet?

A Werewolf

100

Which of these movies did Tim Burton NOT help create

1. The Nightmare Before Christmas

2. Coraline

3. Corpse Bride

Coraline

200

What pharaoh was said to have a cursed tomb

King Tut

200

In what decade did Trick or Treating become popular in the US

(Bonus chance if you get get why!)

1930s

200

What famous magician died on Halloween

Harry Houdini

200

Animal rights groups recommends owners keep this animal inside during Halloween 

(Be Specific!)

Black Cats

200

This spooky character's name comes from a poem about the days of the week

Wednesday Addams

300

How many people died during the Salem witch trials (within 5 of correct answer will count)

21

300

What is the most popular candy given on Halloween

Reese Cups

300

What country did Halloween first start?

Ireland

300

According to Google Search data, the top 5 halloween costumes of 2025 all come from what movie?

KPop Demon Hunters

300

What actor(s) star in Hotel Transylvania

(extra chance if you can name more than one!)

Adam Sandler 

Andy Samberg

Selena Gomez

400

The name of the prison in England where prisoners were held until they were executed

The Tower of London

400
In what decade was the White House first decorated for Halloween

1950s

400

in the 19th century, instead of being a night to collect treats, people would do what?

pranks/mischief (tricks!)
400

What 'Peanuts' character waits for the Great Pumpkin every halloween?

Linus

400

What horror series took inspiration from Groundhog's Day, and then Back to the Future Part II

Happy Death Day

500

a group of villagers in France did this for days on end  during the 1500s, until they died from exhaustion 

Dance

500

How much does the average American spend per year on halloween

(rounded to the nearest 10 will be correct)

$100

500

Before Pumpkins, people used this vegetable for Jack o Lanterns

Turnip

500
Where is Dracula set?


(country or city is fine)

Transylvania, Romania

500

The movie musical "Little Shop of Horrors" is about a man eating what?

Plant/Venus Fly Trap

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