History of Halloween
Is Halloween considered a secular or non-secular holiday?
Secular- meaning has no religious basis
What is the most popular candy in the USA?
chocolate
What is another name for Sasquatch?
Big Foot
In the USA, do adults spend more on their costumes or their kids?
Adults
What group of people are most likely responsible for bringing Halloween to the USA?
Most likely the Irish
What did the term "trick or treat," mean originally?
Trick-or-treater went from house to house with the threat they would pull a trick if they didn't get a treat
What is the most popular candy in CA for Halloween?
M&Ms
What monster was made in the 20th century and was made after the invention of nuclear weapons?
Godzilla
What is the most popular costume among adults?
Witch 5.8 million adults
1.4 million kids
Some US States don't celebrate Halloween they celebrate this alternative on October 30th. Participants must tell a joke to get a treat?
Beggars Night
Before Jack-o-lanterns were pumpkins what did people use?
Turnip
How many pounds of candy does the average American consume on Halloween?
3.4 lbs
What type on monsters sings people to their death?
Sirens
How much was spent on Halloween costumes in 2023?
4.1 Billion
This Halloween practice which involves a fruit originated in Europe as a courting ritual?
Bobbing for Apples
Girls would bob for an apple and try to bite into the one that belonged to their crush, according to Reader’s Digest. If a girl was able to successfully get the correct apple on her first try, that meant they were destined to be together. Sounds a lot more straightforward than a dating app.
What festival does Halloween have its roots in?
Samhain which started among the Celts of Ancient Britain and Ireland
How much did Americans spend on candy in 2023?
3.6 billion
This monster was based on the real-life Romanian prince Vlad III?
Count Dracula
Who else asides parents and kids were costumes needed for and represented a large expenditure?
Pets 700 million represents 17..1 % of expenditures
By what percent does crime increase on Halloween?
17%
What day/holiday was moved to November 1st by the Church and is why Halloween has its name?
All Saint's Day, the evening before became a holy or hallowed eve.
What is the third most popular candy in CA?
Skittles
This winged female Gorgon had snakes for hair?
Medusa
What area of the USA budgets the most for Halloween?
South
What item is banned on Halloween in Hollywood, 1000 fine is associated with it?
Silly String