FOOD
HISTORY
Trivia II
100

What do pumpkins grow on?

Vines

100
In what country did mummies originate?
Egypt
100
The first jack o' lantern was carved from what vegetable?
Turnip
200
Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable?
Fruit
200
What country celebrates The Day of the Dead?
Mexico
200
Within 100 pounds... what is the heaviest pumpkin on record?
1,446 pounds.
300
At Halloween parties, kids might bob for?
Apples
300

What is the first country to celebrate Halloween?

Ireland

300

What is the best selling Halloween candy?

Reece's Cups

400

What is a favorite treat this time of year that combines fruit covered in a candy coating?

Caramel Apples

400

In 1962, a society was established for what well known vampire?

Count Dracula

400
What is the original purpose of a jack o' lantern?
To ward off evil spirits.
500
What was the first wrapped penny candy in America?
Tootsie Roll
500
The Romans called Halloween Pomona Day. She was the Goddess of _____?
Fruit or gardens
500
What famous magician died on Halloween, 1926?
Harry Houdini