October Facts🍁
How many days are in October?
31 days
What is another name for fall?
Autumn
All Hallow's Eve
What is the literal meaning of Diwali?
Festival of Lights
Sports: Where was the very first Olympics held?
The first ancient Olympics was held in Olympia, Greece
What language does the word "October" come from?
Latin - the word "Octo" means 8, referring to the Roman calendar
What marks the start of the fall season in the Northern Hemisphere
The autumnal equinox
What country does Halloween come from?
Ireland
How is the day that Diwali falls on decided?
Science - What is the largest bone in the body?
The femur
What is October's birthstone?
Opal or tourmaline
What 3 crops make up the Native American "Three Sisters" harvest?
What religion does Halloween come from?
Ancient Celtic Traditions
How many days is Diwali?
5 days
History - known as "Black Death", what plague swept through Europe in the 1300's?
The bubonic plague
What 2 holidays fall on the same day in October. What day did/do they fall on this year
Daylight savings time ends each November. Do we gain an hour or lose an hour?
Gain an hour
What plant was originally used to make pumpkins?
Turnips or rutabagas.
Which God/Goddess is celebrated on Diwali. What are they known for?
Books and Literature - Who wrote the book "To Kill a Mockingbird"?
What are the October Zodiac signs?
Libra and Scorpio
Why do leaves change color in the fall?
A decrease in chlorophyll production as the days get shorter (less photosynthesis).
What is the fear of Halloween called?
Samhainophobia
Which day of Diwali is associated with buying metals or utensils?
Dhanteras
Geography - What is the most populated city in the world?
Tokyo, Japan