1845
Jack-o-lanterns
What is the name of the classic Halloween movie featuring a young boy and a pumpkin?
It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown
What does the jack-o-lantern symbolize
It symbolizes protection from evil spirits
Who wrote "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow"?
Washington Irving
What is the ancient Celtic festival that Halloween is based on?
Samhain
Where did trick-or-treating originate?
Ireland and Scotland
Who directed the movie "Halloween" in 1978?
John Carpenter
What animal is commonly associated with Halloween?
Black cats
What novel features a character named Dr. Jekyll?
The Strange Case of Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde by Robert Louis Stevenson
Who is the known as the "Father of Halloween"?
John E. McKinley
To ward off evil spirits
What is the name of the ghost in "Casper"?
Casper
What color is often associate with Halloween?
Orange and Black
What poem is famous for its Halloween theme?
What is the original name for Halloween?
All Hallows' Eve
It is a playful way to scare someone
Which horror movie features a character named Michael Myers?
"Halloween"
What do spiders symbolize in Halloween lore?
Bad luck and fear
What is the name of the famous poem by Edgar Allen Poe about a bird?
The Raven
What is the significance of Samhain?
It marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter
How do different cultures celebrate Halloween?
They have unique traditions like Day of the Dead in Mexico
What is the highest-grossing horror film of all time?
"It"
What do witches represent in Halloween culture?
Fear of the unknown and the supernatural
Who is the author of "Frankenstein"?
Mary Shelley