Halloween History
What does "Halloween" mean?
All Hallow's Eve.
In the Nightmare Before Christmas, where does Jack Skellington live?
Halloween Town
How many colors of M&Ms are there in a normal bag? (Bonus Points if you can name each color)
Six
Red, Orange, Yellow, Green, Blue, and Brown
What is the name of a group of witches?
a Coven
What animal is considered bad luck if it walks past you on Halloween?
a Black Cat
In what state is the largest Halloween parade held in the US? (Bonus points if you can name the parade)
New York.
Bonus Answer: The Village Halloween Parade
What is the name of the grandma witch in Halloweentown?
Agatha Cromwell
What is America's favorite Halloween candy?
Reese's
What is the most popular costume for cats and dogs?
a Pumpkin
followed by a hot dog, super hero, and bumble bee
A person born on Halloween has what particular ability?
They can see and talk with spirits
Why do we associate orange and black with Halloween?
Orange - pumpkins
Black - to represent the eerie and spooky vibe
What are the three witches called in Hocus Pocus? (Bonus points if you can name each sister)
The Sanderson Sisters
Sarah, Mary, and Winifred
What was the first wrapped penny candy in America?
Tootsie Roll
What famous magician passed away on Halloween?
Houdini
What does it mean if you see a spider on Halloween?
a relative who has passed is watching over you
What do you sprinkle on your doorstep if you want to keep evil spirits out of your house on Halloween night?
Salt
Who are the twin actresses who play Alex and Camryn in the Disney Halloween movie Twitches and Twitches 2?
Tia and Tamera Mowry
What percentage of people hand out candy on Halloween?
70%
What is a lycanthrope?
a Werewolf
If you ring a ________ it will scare evil spirits away.
Bell
In what state was the first city wide celebration of Halloween? (Bonus points if you can name the city)
State - Minnesota
City - Anoka
What is the name of the woman spirit in the misty crystal ball in the Haunted Mansion?
Madame Leota
What is the average number of candies given out to trick-or-treaters?
Two pieces
What product is banned in Hollywood on Halloween?
Silly String
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