Halloween History
Horror Film History
Horror Music and Literature
Halloween Treats
Halloween Symbols
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Halloween originated in this country...

What is "Ireland"

100

The director of "The Nightmare Before Christmas"...

Who is "Henry Selick"

100

This horror author has the most adaptations made from his bestselling books...


Who is "Stephen King"

100

This common ingredient is toxic to vampires...

What is "Garlic"

100

It’s believed that the spirits of the dead can walk among the living on Halloween night, making this symbol fitting for this spooky holiday...

What is a "Ghost"

200

Before pumpkins were used as jack-o’-lanterns, this root vegetable was most commonly used...


What is "Turnips"

200

Michael Myers’ mask in Halloween was the face of this famous actor...

Who is "William Shatner"

200

This composer wrote the lyrics and music for the classic Halloween film "The Nightmare before Christmas"...

Who is "Danny Elfman"

200

The pumpkin belongs in this food group...

What is "Fruit"

200

This symbol's carved scary face was intended to frighten evil spirits away...

What is a "Jack-o-Lantern"

300

This famous magician died from a ruptured appendix on Halloween in 1926...

Who is "Harry Houdini"

300

This iconic horror film was Johnny Depp's acting debut...

What is "A Nightmare on Elm Street"

300

This author has been spooking readers with the Goosebumps series since 1992...

Who is "R.L Stein"

300

This is the mega-popular Halloween candy that was named after a horse...

What is "Snickers"

300

This symbol's name is derived from a Wicca word meaning "wise one"...

What is a "Witch"

400

Trick or treating was halted during WWII for this reason...

What is "Sugar Rationing"

400

This 1973 movie convinced Americans to throw out their Quija Boards...

What is "The Exorcist"

400

The Halloween song “Monster Mash” was first recorded in this year...

What is "1962"

400

This was the original name for Candy Corn...

What is "Chicken Feed"

400

More than just Halloween, they are symbols of the fall season and the harvest...

What is a "Scarecrow"

500

In 2004, the city of Hollywood banned the use of this sprayed party item on Halloween...

What is "Silly String"

500

Four cast members died during and soon after the filming of this haunted film series...

What is "The Poltergeist"

500

This is where the phrase “Double, double toil and trouble” originated from...


What is "Macbeth”

500

Forrest E. Mars and Bruce Murrie (Mars and Murrie) are the namesake of this candy...

What are "M & M's"

500

Historically, these creatures were attracted to bugs and insects that gathered around night time bonfires, they have since become associated with Halloween...

What are "Bats"

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