Haunted History (Historical Halloween facts and lore)
This ancient Celtic festival is believed to be the origin of Halloween.
What is Samhain?
This blood-sucking creature of legend is commonly associated with Halloween.
What is a vampire?
This term refers to the magic practitioners who created potions and spells, often portrayed with pointy hats.
What is a witch?
This candy, made from marshmallow, corn syrup, and sugar, is iconic during Halloween.
What is candy corn?
This iconic movie villain wears a white mask and first appeared in a movie called "Halloween" in 1978.
Who is Michael Myers?
In Medieval times, people dressed in costumes on Halloween to disguise themselves from these beings.
What are ghosts or evil spirits?
In folklore, these creatures transform from human to beast on the full moon.
What is a werewolf?
Known as "The Wizarding World," this series features wizards and witches attending Hogwarts School.
What is Harry Potter?
Children often chant this phrase when knocking on doors to receive candy on Halloween.
What is "Trick or treat"?
In this 1984 horror film, Freddy Krueger terrorizes people in their dreams.
What is A Nightmare on Elm Street?
This U.S. city is famous for its Halloween celebrations and is known as the "Halloween Capital."
What is Salem, Massachusetts?
This nocturnal creature is often depicted as a witch's familiar in Halloween lore.
What is a black cat?
This famous historical witch trial took place in Massachusetts in the late 1600s.
What is the Salem Witch Trials?
Halloween is the second-largest U.S. holiday for candy sales. What is the first?
What is Christmas?
Tim Burton directed this Halloween-themed animated movie featuring Jack Skellington.
What is The Nightmare Before Christmas?