October Misc.
October was originally what number month in the Roman calendar?
Eighth
Which Halloween candy was originally called “chicken feed”?
Candy Corn
Born October 1st and is a recipient of numerous awards, she played Maria in The "Sound of Music" and Mary Poppins in "Mary Poppins."
Julie Andrews
What is the national holiday celebrated in the U.S. on the second Monday of October? And what is it now replaced by?
Columbus Day - now: Indigenous Peoples Day
What are the two birthstones for October?
What family friendly theme park located in Orlando, Florida opened on October 1st, 1971?
Walt Disney World Resort
The famous "Stooge" Curly Howard was born on October 22, 1902. What was Curly's real first name?
Jerome, full name: Jerome Lester Horwitz.
In the United States, what is the name of the month-long event held in October to raise awareness for a specific type of cancer?
Breast Cancer Awareness Month
What is the informal 'event' that takes place the night before Halloween?
"Devil's Night"
What are the two birth flowers for October?
Marigolds and Cosmos
Which European country is often credited with the origin of Halloween?
Ireland
What is the name of the explorer who first reached the Americas before Columbus?
Leif Erickson
What is the zodiac sign for those born on October 1st?
Libra
Which famous American magician, known for his escape acts, died on October 31st, 1926?
Harry Houdini
Which traditional Mexican holiday, celebrated the day after Halloween, honors deceased loved ones?
Day of the Dead, also known as Dia de los Muertos.
Which religion is credited as having the 'first' Halloween celebration?
Pagan
Which US city hosts its annual Halloween music festival, Voodoo Fest?
New Orleans
In what year did the first Oktoberfest take place in Munich, Germany?
a. 1610
b. 1710
c. 1810
1810