Halloween Traditions
What date is Halloween celebrated on?
October 31
What animal is often associated with witches?
Black cat
What Halloween symbol is carved to create a glowing face?
Jack-o’-lantern
What do people wear to scare away ghosts on Halloween?
Costumes
What is the name of the hotel in The Shining known for being haunted?
The Overlook Hotel
What do people say when they go door-to-door to get candy on Halloween?
Trick or treat!
What creature transforms during a full moon?
Werewolf
What animal, often associated with Halloween, is also linked to myths about vampires?
Bat
What should you wear inside out and walk backwards on Halloween to see a witch?
Your clothes
What haunted ship is docked in California and known for paranormal sightings?
The Queen Mary
What country did Halloween originate in?
Ireland
What creature is known to have fangs and drink blood?
Vampire
What is the meaning behind wearing costumes on Halloween?
To disguise oneself from evil spirits
What household item is believed to ward off evil spirits when placed on a doorstep on Halloween?
A broom
What is the name of the ghost who supposedly haunts the Tower of London, wearing a white dress?
Anne Boleyn
What do people traditionally carve to make Jack-o’-lanterns?
Pumpkins
What bird is considered an omen of death in some cultures?
Raven
What Halloween symbol is made from a skeleton’s remains?
Skull
What does it mean if you see a spider on Halloween night?
A loved one’s spirit is watching over you
What is the name of the classic Halloween movie with three witches named Winifred, Sarah, and Mary?
Hocus Pocus
What was originally carved for Jack-o’-lanterns before pumpkins?
Turnips
What is the name of the mummy-like creature in ancient Egyptian mythology?
Anubis
What do the colors black and orange symbolize in Halloween traditions?
Black represents death and darkness; orange represents the autumn harvest
What natural event was believed to be a sign of the supernatural and a bad omen during Halloween in ancient times?
An eclipse
In Harry Potter, what do you call the dark creatures that guard Azkaban?
Dementors