History And Origins
The word "Halloween" is a shortened version of this Catholic holy day.
All Hallows' Eve
What (2) colors are most associated with Halloween?
Black and Orange
How do pumpkins grow?
Vines
What is the original purpose of a jack o' lantern?
To ward off evil spirits.
What animal was believed to protect witches' powers from negative forces?
Black cats
This ancient Celtic festival, celebrated on October 31, is the root of Halloween.
Samhain
This city is known as the "Witchcraft Capital."
Salem, Massachusetts
Is a Pumpkin a Fruit or a Vegetable
Fruit
In 1962, a society was established for what well known vampire?
Count Draula
What is a male witch called?
Warlock
This country is where Halloween originated.
Ireland
The corpse flower gets its name from its__?
Smell
What was candy corn originally called?
Chicken Feed.
What famous magician died on Halloween, 1926?
Harry Houdini
On which continent are vampire bats found?
South America
The tradition of "trick-or-treating" is inspired by this medieval custom of begging for food in exchange for prayers.
Souling
Within 5 seconds, what is the record for fastest pumpkin carver?
16.47 seconds
What is the most purchased Halloween Candy in America?
Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
Within 200 pounds... what is the heaviest pumpkin on record?
2,819
What supernatural creature (often associated with Halloween) can be killed with a silver bullet?
Werewolf
Originally, people in Ireland carved these instead of pumpkins for jack-o'-lanterns.
Turnips
The fear of Halloween is called?
Samhainophobia
What was the first wrapped penny candy in America?
Tootsie Roll
The Romans called Halloween Pomona Day. She was the Goddess of _____?
Fruit or gardens
The lycanthrope is commonly called a ___?
Wolfman/Werewolf