Halloween Traditions
What do people carve during halloween?
pumpkins
What classic horror movie features a scientist who creates a monster from assembled body parts?
Frankenstein
Which spice blend is popular in fall and commonly added to coffee?
What number is often associated with bad luck?
Thirteen
Which large, seasonal bird migration phenomenon is visible in the skies across North America each fall, with birds often forming a V-shape?
The migration of Canada geese.
What do children traditionally say when they go door-to-door on Halloween to receive candy?
"Trick or treat!"
In which movie would you find a character named Freddy Krueger?
A Nightmare on Elm Street
What type of nut is typically roasted in the fall?
chestnut
What is considered bad luck if it crosses your path?
A black cat
which plant, often associated with autumn and Thanksgiving, has clusters of small, bright red berries that ripen in the fall?
Cranberry
Why do people wear costumes on halloween?
To disguise themselves from ghosts and evil spirits, according to ancient Celtic traditions.
In the movie Halloween, what is the name of Michael Myers' psychiatrist?
Dr. Sam Loomis.
What popular fall dish is made by combining mashed sweet potatoes with butter, brown sugar, and marshmallows, often served at Thanksgiving?
sweet potato casserole
Breaking what object is said to bring seven years of bad luck?
A mirror
What is the name of the autumn phenomenon when the full moon appears closer to sunset than usual, providing extra light in the evening?
the harvest moon
What ancient Roman festival, celebrated in mid-February, is thought to have influenced modern Halloween traditions through its themes of fertility and the dead?
Lupercalia
What is the famous line from The Sixth Sense?
I see dead people
What is the primary spice used in mulled cider that provides a warm, slightly spicy flavor and is often paired with cinnamon?
cloves
In Norse mythology, seeing which animal was believed to be a warning of an upcoming death, particularly if it appeared outside your home?
What type of tree has leaves that typically turn bright yellow in autumn and is often found near water sources?
Aspen tree
In ancient Celtic traditions, what was the original purpose of the festival Samhain, which is now celebrated as Halloween?
It was believed to be a time when spirits could cross into the living world.
In Midsommar, what floral offering do the villagers use in their rituals?
Maypole flowers
Which fall root vegetable, often mistaken for a sweet potato but botanically distinct, is rich in antioxidants and commonly used in pies, casseroles, and soups in Southern cuisine?
Yam
In Slavic folklore, what is the name of the water spirit often believed to lure people to their deaths by appearing as a beautiful woman?
What is the term for the rich, earthy smell commonly associated with fall, which is produced by microorganisms in the soil?
Petrichor