Spooky Movies
In the Halloween movie franchise, what is the name of the masked killer who returns to his hometown?
Michael Myers
When is Halloween?
October 31st
Harry Potter's school of magic was called?
Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry
Crossing paths with this animal is said to bring bad luck.
A Black Cat
This creature turns during a full moon.
Werewolves.
This Tim Burton film features Jack Skellington.
The Nightmare Before Christmas
What country did Halloween originate from?
Republic of Ireland (or Ireland)
This trio of sisters ride at dawn
The Sanderson Sisters
What was the original name for candy corn?
Chicken Feed
What is the name of the mythical bird that is reborn from its ashes?
The Phoenix
What is the name of the summer camp in "Friday the 13th"?
Camp Crystal Lake
In what year did Halloween first become a recognized holiday in the United States?
1845
This movie asks, "do you like scary movies?"
BONUS QUESTION 100 points: What year did the movie come out?
Scream
BONUS ANSWER: 1996
What is a fear of clowns called?
A. Coulrophobia
B. Chromophobia
C. Clownophobia
D. Cynophobia
A. Coulrophobia
Which literary character's name is often applied to the monster he created?
(Victor) Frankenstein
What insect is associated with the killer in "The Silence of the Lambs"?
A. Lamb
B. Bee
C. Moth
D. Spider
BONUS QUESTION: What is the exact name of that specific insect?
The Death's Head Hawk-moth
What vegetable was originally used to carve jack-o'-lanterns before pumpkins became popular?
A. Watermelon
B. Turnip
C. Carrot
D. Eggplant
B. Turnip
How much does the world's biggest pumpkin weigh?
A. 5,645 pounds
B. 2,749 pounds
C. 852 pounds
D. 226 pounds
BONUS QUESTION 100 points: What year was the record set?
B. 2,749 pounds
BONUS ANSWER: 2023
What is the night before Halloween, known for pranks & mischief, called?
A. Nightmare before Halloween
B. Halloween Eve
C. Mischief Night
D. Peek-A-Boo!
C. Mischief Night
What kind of monster is said to haunt the woods in Stephen King's 'Pet Sematary'?
The Wendigo
What is the name of the demon in "The Exorcist"?
Pazuzu
Why was Halloween celebrated?
It was believed that the spirits of the dead returned to earth, and people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off these ghosts.
What is the significance of bobbing apples during Halloween?
It is a traditional game that symbolizes love and fertility.
What forest in Japan is known for being haunted & eerie?
Aokigahara
What is a group of witches called?
A Coven