History
Halloween originally came from which ancient Celtic festival?
Samhain
What color combination is most often associated with Halloween?
Orange and black
Which monster is afraid of sunlight and drinks blood?
A vampire
What friendly ghost is famous for helping people?
Casper
What sweet treat is most commonly given out to trick-or-treaters?
Candy
What country is considered the birthplace of Halloween?
Ireland
What do children traditionally say when they go door to door asking for candy?
“Trick or treat!”
What creature is said to change from human to wolf during a full moon?
A werewolf
In which movie would you find a killer wearing a white mask named Michael Myers?
Halloween
What animal, often black, is said to bring bad luck on Halloween?
A black cat
In the past, people dressed up in costumes to scare away what?
Evil spirits
What vegetable was originally used to make Jack-o’-lanterns before pumpkins?
Turnips
What do witches traditionally ride on?
A broomstick
Which 1993 movie features three witches called the Sanderson sisters?
Hocus Pocus
Which fruit do people bob for at Halloween parties?
Apples
What does the word “Halloween” actually mean?
It comes from “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before All Saints’ Day
What do people often do at Halloween parties to guess who’s behind a mask?
Play costume guessing games or masquerades
What ghostly figure is said to haunt houses and make strange noises?
A poltergeist
What classic 1984 horror film features Freddy Krueger?
A Nightmare on Elm Street
What famous magician died on Halloween in 1926?
Harry Houdini