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Spooky Portland
100
Real bees were put into the lead actor Tony Todd's mouth at the end of the film Candyman. To protect Todd, a mouth guard kept the bees from going down his throat. He was stung 23 times, for which he negotiated a $1,000 bonus per sting. How many bees did they put in Todd's mouth during the end scene?
What is 500?
100
In the Middle Ages, these were associated with Halloween because they were considered symbols of the devil.
What are black cats?
100
When he's not out for a nightly stroll through the local neighborhood, KPFF employee Michael Myers is scrolling through his email when he suspects he's fallen for a phishing attack. He should immediately do what?
What is report the incident to his IT or security department?
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100
Lewis Carroll's 1865 novel "Alice's Adventures in Wonderland" famously features an eccentric character called the Hatter, who's referred to in the story as "mad" and became popularly known as the Mad Hatter. However, the phrase "mad as a hatter," which was used to describe someone who's prone to unpredictable behavior, didn't originate with Carroll. Instead, the expression is linked to the hat-making industry and what type of poisoning?
What is mercury poisoning?
(In the 18th and 19th centuries, industrial workers used a toxic substance, mercury nitrate, as part of the process of turning the fur of small animals, such as rabbits, into felt for hats. Prolonged exposure to mercury caused employees to develop a variety of physical and mental ailments, included tremors, speech problems, emotional instability and hallucinations)
100
The Heathman Hotel, located near Pioneer Courthouse Square, has its fair share of ghost tales, making it one of the most haunted places to stay in the area. Visitors have reported strange happenings, like feeling the presence of an invisible force, waking up to a distinct chill in the air or sensing that someone is standing at the foot of their bed, only to look and see no one there. This hotel opened its doors in 1927 and is believed to be haunted by former guests who died in certain guest rooms, specifically rooms ending in which number?
What is the number "03"?
(Rooms 703, 803, and 1003 all had rooms where people staying there died). 
200
In The Shining, the "Here's Johnny" scene took three days to film and went through this many doors.
What is 60?
200
According to a 2019 YouGov poll, this percentage of Americans believe that ghosts, demons, and other supernatural entities exist.
What is 40%?
200
While hanging out in his free time, Count Dracula is infamous for this type of attack, which holds a user's data or system hostage until a random is paid.
What is a ransomware attack?
200
During filming of the Wizard of Oz, the Wicked Witch of the West exits Munchkinland in a burst of flames. The trick during filming was that she was being lowered below the stage as the fire dramatically ignited. But one time, the trick didn't work: she wasn't lowered quickly enough, and the green copper-based paint on her face and hands caught fire. The third-degree burns kept her out of filming for this many months.
What are 3 months?
200
The Pittock Mansion is undoubtedly one of the most popular haunted houses in all of Portland. The historic mansion was built in 1914 for the newspaper tycoon Henry Pittock and his wife, Georgina. Ghostly happenings at the mansion began after the couple died, like hearing footsteps, noticing objects moving on their own, and seeing apparitions of the couple throughout the home. During their life, Henry was an avid outdoorsman and was one of the founders of the Mazamas climbing club. Georgina, an avid gardener, was a founding member of this popular Portland festival, which continues to take place today.
What is the Portland Rose Festival?
300
Due to its modest production budget of under $1 million, the movie Saw was filmed in this many days (within 2)
What is 18?
300
Based on movies and popular Halloween images, it's tempting to think that the year's spookiest holiday always lands on a full moon. How else would werewolves make an appearance? More important, a full moon is the best way to see a witch (and her trusty black cat) flying through the night. However, according to a NASA news article, full moons on Halloween are exceptionally rare, occurring only once every how many years?
What is once every 19 years?
300
Frankenstein loves this common type of malicious software, which can be installed on a victim's computer by clicking a link or opening an attachment in an email.
What is a virus?
300
In preparation for his role as The Joker, Heath Ledger hid away in a motel room. During this extended stay of seclusion, Ledger delved deep into the psychology of the character. He devoted himself to developing The Joker's every tic, namely the voice and that sadistic-sounding laugh. Ledger hid away in the motel room for about this many weeks.
What is 6 weeks?
300
The Lone Fir Cemetery is the oldest burial ground in the city, where many of Portland's earliest residents are buried. Dr. James Hawthorne, who was the owner and director of what was once called the Oregon Asylum for the Insane, is buried there along with this many number of his patients from the asylum (within 5).
What is 185 patients?
400
In Night of the Living Dead, the "bodies" that the zombies are eating in the truck were actually roast ham covered in what kind of sauce?
What is chocolate sauce?
400
There's no color pairing more synonymous with Halloween than orange and black. While the now-iconic duo makes an appearance every October in the form of spooky decorations, playful costumes, and tasty treats, you may be surprised to learn the original instance of the color pairing didn't have anything to do with ghosts or pumpkins. It's actually rooted in seasonal symbolism that dates back to an ancient Celtic ritual. What did the colors orange and black originally represent?
***DAILY DOUBLE***
The ancient Celts believed black symbolized the "death" of summer and orange symbolized the fall harvest.
400
Besides hanging out in oversized curb inlets and drain pipes, Pennywise the Clown also likes to trick people into giving up sensitive information online by pretending to be a trustworthy entity. This type of attack is called...
What is phishing?
(Shoutout Pennywise for being a civil engineer's best villain)
400
Another one for the Wizard of Oz lovers...remember the scene in the movie where a blanket of snow falls over Dorothy lying in a poppy field? That fake snow dumped on the actors was actually this toxic material.
What is asbestos?
400
Originally known as Cotillion Hall, this venue peaked in popularity in the 1960s, featuring legendary artists such as Tina Turner, Marvin Gaye, Jimi Hendrix, and The Grateful Dead. However, as local parents grew concerned about their children listening to psychedelic music, the venue fell into hard times. Luckily, it was repurchased in the 1990s and recovered financially. It is now known by this name.
What is the Crystal Ballroom?
500
In Friday the 13th, the name "Jason" was originally a different name, but it was changed because the name was not threatening enough. This name was...
What is Josh?
"There's a legend around here. A killer buried, but not dead. A curse on Crystal Lake, a death curse: Josh Voorhees' curse..."
500
While most cities and towns celebrate Halloween on its actual date, Oct. 31, residents of Des Moines, Iowa have another tradition called "Beggars' Night." According to the Des Moines Register, the concept began back in the late 1930s after Halloween shenanigans often resulted in a wave of vandalism. To encourage more positive Halloween activities, "Beggars' Night" was implemented on Oct. 30, the night before Halloween. On that night, children went door to door to get "treats for eats," but only if they did this thing first when they got to the house.
What is tell a joke?
500
This time of year, Jason gets pretty used to wearing his hockey mask around town. Sometimes though, when checking his phone, a certain security measure is needed to verify his identity using two or more different authentication factors, such as something you know (a password) and something you have (a code from your phone). Even Jason needs to take his mask off sometimes. This security measure is known as....
What is multi-factor authentication (MFA)?
500
In Home Alone, the prop department originally created a fake tarantula to put on Daniel Stern's face, but the director made them use a real one named Barry. While prepping for the scene, the animal trainer on set said, "Just don't make any sudden, threatening moves, and you'll be fine." Daniel responded, "But I'm going to be screaming in Barry's face. Do you think he'll feel threatened by that?!" The animal trainer was able to talk Daniel down, using this fact about tarantulas to help.
What is tarantulas don't have ears.
500
This grand theater has been a part of Portland's history for nearly a century; it has hosted many cinematic blockbusters over the years and also been home to a ghost or two. Ushers have told tales of shadowy figures who make their way silently through the theater's back rows. Others have seen a ghost in the upstairs theater, dressed in high heels and nervously pacing the floor while smoking a cigarette. Name this Portland theater.
What is the Hollywood Theater?
