Halloween origins
Traditions & Symbols
Spooky Creatures
Movies & Characters
Superstitions & Fears
100

What country is believed to be the birthplace of Halloween?


Ireland 

100

What do children traditionally say when they go door to door for candy?


“Trick or Treat!”

100

What monster turns into a wolf during a full moon?


A werewolf 

100

In “Hocus Pocus”,what do the witches want to steal from children?


Their youth 

100

What is the fear of Halloween called?


Samhainophobia


200

When is Halloween celebrated?

On October 31st
200

What color combination is most often associated with Halloween?


Orange and black


200

What ghost haunts houses and scares people?


A poltergeist 

200

What’s the name of the haunted hotel in “The Shining”?


The Overlook Hotel

200

What animal’s call is thought to be bad luck on Halloween?


An owl

300

Why did people wear costumes in ancient times on Halloween?


To scare away spirits 

300

What animal is often seen with witches?


A black cat

 

300

Where did vampires originate according to legend?


Eastern Europe 

300

What is the name of the friendly ghost in cartoons?


Casper 

300

Which planet is known as “the planet of horror” because of its storms?


Mars

400

What century did Halloween first become popular in the United States?


19th century 

400

What is the meaning of the word “Halloween”?


It comes from “All Hallows Evening”


400

What is the name of the famous vampire from Bram Stoker’s novel?


Count Dracula

400

What horror movie features a clown named Pennywise?


It

400

What kind of monster is the Headless Horseman?


A ghost rider without a head

500

From what ancient festival did Halloween originate?


From the Celtic festival Samhain


500

What vegetable was originally carved before pumpkins on Halloween?


Turnips


500

What creature is said to rise from the dead wrapped in bandages?


A mummy

500

which movie do people wear Purge masks?


The Purge

500

What happens if you look into a mirror at midnight on Halloween according to legend?


You might see a ghost or your future death