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This fungus might be a topping on your pizza.
Mushroom
Columbus Day is observed on the second Monday in October. In many parts of the United States, this holiday is also celebrated under another name to honor the history, cultures, and contributions of Native Americans. What is that name?
Indigenous Peoples’ Day
This famous waterfall sits on the border between New York and Ontario, Canada.
Niagara Falls
On October 11, 1975, this late-night comedy show debuted on NBC. Known for its hilarious sketches and celebrity guest hosts, it has entertained audiences for over 50 years.
Saturday Night Live
Which rock festival in 1969 became a symbol of peace and counterculture?
Woodstock
In 1994, this businessman founded an online bookstore that eventually grew into one of the world's largest retailers, Amazon.
Jeff Bezos
This nursery rhyme character was known for eating pumpkins and had a wife he couldn't keep.
Peter Peter Pumpkin Eater
Peter, Peter, pumpkin eater,
Had a wife and couldn’t keep her;
He put her in a pumpkin shell,
And there he kept her very well.
a building in which objects of historical, scientific, artistic, or cultural interest are stored and exhibited
Museum
In October 2026, Pope Leo XIV, the first American-born pope, announced that he had been diagnosed with what serious disease?
Lung cancer
Something to resort to if plan A doesn't work out, like that job on your uncle's roofing crew
a fallback
On October 8, 1871, a devastating fire swept through this major American city, destroying thousands of buildings and leaving nearly 100,000 people homeless.
Chicago
Which TV show about a witch trying to live a normal suburban life premiered in 1964?
Bewitched
This notorious American serial killer, nicknamed the “Milwaukee Cannibal,” was arrested in 1991 after murdering 17 young men and boys between 1978 and 1991. His crimes shocked the nation, and he was later sentenced to multiple life terms in prison.
Jeffrey Dahmer
This nursery rhyme character went up a hill with a companion to fetch a pail of water, but ended up falling down and breaking his crown.
Jack
Jack and Jill went up the hill
To fetch a pail of water;
Jack fell down and broke his crown
And Jill came tumbling after.
A period of 1,000 years.
Millennium
October has two birthstones. One is tourmaline, which comes in a variety of colors, including pink and green. What is the other birthstone, known for its beautiful rainbow-like flashes of color?
Opal
Lucifer was cast out of Heaven after rebelling against God, becoming known as this type of angel.
Fallen Angel
On October 4, 1957, the Soviet Union launched this first artificial satellite into space.
Sputnik 1
Which artist had their first No. 1 hit with “Sitting on the Dock of the Bay” in 1968 before tragically dying in a plane crash?
Otis Redding
Nicknamed "The Rainbow Warrior," this NASCAR legend drove the famous No. 24 Chevrolet and won four Cup Series championships during his racing career.
Jeff Gordon
This nursery rhyme character was found in a corner eating Christmas pie and proudly pulled out a plum with his thumb.
Little Jack Horner
Little Jack Horner
Sat in the corner,
Eating his Christmas pie;
He put in his thumb,
And pulled out a plum,
And said, “What a good boy am I!”
This word describes a person who follows the Islamic faith.
Muslim
Oktoberfest, the world-famous festival known for its beer, traditional German food, and lively music, was first held in 1810 to celebrate a royal wedding. In what German city did this festival originate?
Munich
This famous 1989 event symbolized the end of Cold War divisions in Germany.
The fall of the Berlin Wall
On October 10, 1973, this vice president resigned after facing charges of tax evasion. Serving under President Richard Nixon, he became the second vice president in U.S. history to resign from office. He was replaced by Gerald Ford, who would later become president following Nixon's resignation.
Spiro Agnew
Which singer was nicknamed “The Queen of Soul” after rising to fame in the 1960s?
Aretha Franklin
This famous stand-up comedian is best known for his catchphrase, “You might be a redneck if…”. He also hosted the popular game show Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader?
Jeff Foxworthy
This little girl sat on a tuffet eating curds and whey before a spider frightened her away.
Little Miss Muffet
Little Miss Muffet
Sat on a tuffet,
Eating her curds and whey;
Along came a spider,
Who sat down beside her,
And frightened Miss Muffet away
Positioned between a higher and lower amount, size, degree, or value.
Medium
People born in October fall under one of two zodiac signs, depending on their birthday. What are the two zodiac signs associated with October?
Libra and Scorpio
This type of scapegoat takes the blame for another's mistake
Fall Guy
On October 29, 1929, the stock market crashed on a day known by this name.
Black Tuesday
What children’s TV show featuring colorful puppets first aired in 1969?
Sesame Street
This famous ventriloquist and comedian is known for performing with a cast of puppet characters, including Walter, Peanut, and José Jalapeño on a Stick.
Jeff Dunham
This young boy was fast asleep under a haystack when he should have been watching the sheep.
Little Boy Blue
Little Boy Blue, come blow your horn,
The sheep’s in the meadow, the cow’s in the corn.
Where is the boy who looks after the sheep?
He’s under the haystack, fast asleep.
Will you wake him? No, not I,
For if I do, he’s sure to cry!