History of Halloween
In what decade did Trick or Treating take off?
a) 1930's
b) 1950's
c) 1960's
1930's (when it was featured in American Home magazine).
Name two returning actors/actresses in the new Beetlejuice movie.
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What comes first each year, Dia De Los Muertos or Halloween?
Halloween occurs first on October 31st. Dia de los Muertos isn't until November 1st-2nd.
Tricksters take to the streets on this night before Halloween to play pranks in their neighborhood. (Common to the Northeastern US and Canada).
Cabbage Night
What 2003 cross-over horror movie saw the demon of Elm Street go head to head against the killer from Camp Crystal Lake?
Freddy vs. Jason
What was the original purpose of Jack-o’-lanterns?
A) To serve as decorations
B) To celebrate the harvest
C) To ward off evil spirits
D) To mark the start of autumn
C) To Ward off Evil Spirits
What city is home to the world's largest Halloween parade?
New York City
What do people in Spain call Halloween night?
A) Día de las Brujas
B) Dia de los Muertos
C) La Noche del Diablo
D) Dia de Todos los Santos
A) Día de las Brujas
Trick for your memory: Without looking at Slack, what were Kai and Paris dressed up as for Halloween this year?
Paris: Little Red Riding Hood and a 70's girl
Kai: Marshmallow man from Ghostbusters
What terrifying classic was released on December 26th, 1973, and still ranks as one of the top 5 highest grossing horrors of all time?
The Exorcist
Halloween is derived from what Celtic holiday known to celebrate the passing from light to dark?
Samhain
What is the name of the book that popularized the hysteria of the Salem Witch Trials?
The Crucible
What is the most purchased Halloween candy in the US?
a) Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
b) Kit Kats
c) Snickers
a) Reese's Peanut Butter Cups
The average American kid consumes how many calories from candy alone on Halloween?:
a) 2,000
b) 4,000
c) 7,000
c) 7,000
IT, Part I.