Candy
Originally called “Opal Fruits,” this chewy candy changed its name in the U.S. in the 1990s.
Starbursts
This group costume features four turtles named after Renaissance artists.
What are the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles?
This animal crossing your path is considered unlucky in Western folklore.
What is a black cat?
The first Halloween-like celebrations began over this many years ago.
What is 2,000 years ago?
This 1980 film by Stanley Kubrick features a haunted hotel and the line “Here’s Johnny!”
What is The Shining?
This candy was invented in 1925 and is known for its sour coating and chewy center.
What are Sour Patch Kids?
This iconic costume includes a red-and-white striped shirt and round glasses.
Waldo
This number is often considered unlucky and is skipped in hotel floors.
What is 13?
This U.S. state produces the most pumpkins annually.
What is Illinois?
This 1999 found-footage film terrified audiences with its shaky cam and forest setting.
What is The Blair Witch Project?
This polarizing Halloween candy is often ranked both most loved and most hated.
What is candy corn?
This horror movie icon wears a striped sweater and haunts dreams.
Who is Freddy Krueger?
This ancient superstition says knocking on this material prevents bad luck.
What is wood?
This country is credited with starting the tradition of carving jack-o’-lanterns.
What is Ireland?
This 1993 cult classic stars Bette Midler as one of three resurrected witches in Salem.
What is Hocus Pocus?
This candy’s name comes from a slang term for a punch in the face.
What is Jawbreaker?
This green-skinned character has bolts in his neck.
Frankenstein’s monster?
If this insect lands on you, it’s considered good luck.
What is a ladybug?
The largest pumpkin ever recorded weighed over this many pounds.
What is 2,600 pounds?
This 1982 film features a haunted television and the line “They’re here!”
What is Poltergeist?
This chocolate bar shares its name with a famous baseball player.
What is Baby Ruth?
This classic costume includes a striped shirt, beret, and invisible walls.
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Breaking this reflective item is said to bring seven years of bad luck.
What is a mirror?
The word “Halloween” comes from this longer phrase.
What is All Hallows’ Eve?
This 1990 film stars Kathy Bates as a crazed fan in snowy isolation.
What is Misery?