Halloween History
What was Halloween called before it became “Halloween”?
All Hollows Eve
What is the second most popular Halloween candy after chocolate bars?
Skittles
What do you call a dead body that has been wrapped and preserved?
A Mummy
What’s the name of the camp Jason terrorizes every Friday the 13th?
Camp Crystal Lake
Which animal is usually connected with Halloween?
Cat
Why did people originally dress up for Halloween?
To scare the spirits away
From base to point, what is the order of the colors on a piece of candy corn?
Yellow, orange, white
What turns a werewolf from a human into a werewolf?
A full moon
What is the main character’s name in The Nightmare Before Christmas?
Jack Skellington
What Catholic holiday is associated with Halloween?
All Saints Day November 1
Which country did Halloween come from?
Ireland
The first candy was created over 2,000 years ago in what ancient country?
Egypt
What food keeps vampires away?
Garlic
Who is the ghost who roams the earth looking for her children?
La Llorona
Which mythical creature has Pa supposedly seen?
Chupacabra
What event caused trick pr treating to pause due to sugar rationing?
World War II
What were the first “fun size” candy bars made?
Snickers and Milky Way
What do you call a group of witches?
A coven
In the movie Monster House, whose spirt controls the house?
Nebbercracker’s (the old man's) Wife, Constance
What is the most popular Halloween costume?
Superheroes
What was originally used to make jack-o-lanterns before pumpkins?
Turnips
How much candy does the average person eat per year?
24 pounds
What is the name of the Romanian region where Dracula’s castle is located?
Transylvania
Which classic spooky book contains the character Ichabod Crane?
The Legend of Sleepy Hallow
In which state is it illegal to dress up as a priest or nun for Halloween?
Alabama