Halloween History
Halloween in Media
Halloween Fun Facts
100
Jack-o'-lanterns are literally named after a guy named___________.
Jack.
When Jack died, as punishment for his trickery, the Devil sent him into the night with only a burning coal, which Jack put into a carved-out turnip, to light his path. He has been roaming the earth ever since; the Irish called the ghost, “Jack of the Lantern,” or “Jack O’Lantern.”
100
According to their theme song, which family is said to be creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky?
The Addams Family
100
Which animal will shelters not allow people to adopt on Halloween?
Black cats
200
Halloween originated from an ancient ___ festival.
Celtic
200
What is the name of the Gothic novel about a scientist who creates a monster?
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley.
200
The fear of Halloween is known as _______.
samhainophobia
300
Before carving pumpkins became the norm, what root vegetable did the Irish carve for Halloween instead?
Turnips
300
Who is the main villain in the horror franchise named after this holiday?
Michael Myers. The franchise is Halloween.
300
What is the most popular Halloween costume for pets?
Pumpkin
400
Where does the word "Halloween" come from?
The evening before All Saints Day (November 1) was called All Hallows Eve, which eventually became Halloween.
400
What character was unsurprisingly the most popular Halloween costume of 2023?
Barbie
400
Where is the biggest Halloween parade in the US thrown?
New York.
There are typically over 50,000 participants in the Village Halloween Parade.
500
World War II caused sugar rationing, which put a halt to trick-or-treating for how many years?
Five.
The rationing existed between 1942 and 1947.
500
The first names of the Sanderson Sisters in Hocus Pocus are Mary, Sarah and _________?
Winifred.
500
What is the most popular candy in the US?
As of 2023, the most popular candy is the US is Reece's Cups