Halloween History
In what country did Halloween originate?
Ireland
2011: The global population reached _____
7 billion
What movie popularized the found footage filming technique?
The Blair Which Project
What candy is known for its crazy flavor varieties in Japan?
Kit Kat
Evil Midweek Cutie
Wednesday Addams
What was the original purpose of Jack O'Lanterns?
To scare away evil spirits
2020: This former James Bond actor passed away
Sean Connery
What 1990s horror film is credited for revitalizing the slasher subgenre?
Scream
Milk chocolate was invented in what country?
Switzerland
Space Geisha
Padme Amidala
What Midwestern state is home to the Halloween Capital of the World?
Minnesota
1941: This memorial in the Great Plains finished completion after 14 years
Mount Rushmore
What is the highest-grossing horror film of all time?
It
What candy was included in American soldiers' rations in WWII?
M&Ms
Misfit Sidekick
Harley Quinn
What 16th century religious group associated black cats with witchcraft (and eventually Halloween)?
Puritans
1922: Infamous fascist dictator becomes Prime Minister
Benito Mussolini
What is the first horror film to be nominated for an Oscar?
The Exorcist
What candy was originally marketed as anti-smoking mints?
PEZ
Pubescent Frog of Silent War
Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles
According to Google Trends, what is the most popular Halloween costume in 2021?
Witch
1864: This 36th US state was admitted to the union
Nevada
What is the first and only horror film to win Best Picture at the Oscars?
Silence of the Lambs
What is the original name of candy corn?
Chicken feed
Woodland Warrior
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