Halloween History
In which country did Halloween originate?
Ireland
What is the name of Dracula's Sidekick?
Renfield
Which animal was famously associated with the Salem witch trials?
Black Cat
Instead of pumpkins, what vegetable did many Irish people carve for early Halloweens?
Turnips
Why are owls associated with Halloween?
In medevil Europe Owls were thought to be witches
Halloween was first celebrated by which ancient priests?
Druids
Where is Dracula's Castle Located?
Transylvania, Romania
What happens if a person wears their clothes inside out and then walks backwards on Halloween?
They will see a witch at midnight.
Many people in Mexico celebrate Halloween by eating what ghoulish candy treat?
Sweet Sugar Skulls
"Candy Corn" used to be called "Chicken Feed". Where did this name originate from?
Livestock, such as chicken and cows were typically fed corn. Therefore, since the candy looked like corn it was called "Chicken Feed".
What medieval English tradition inspired trick-or-treating?
All Souls Day
What is Frankenstein's first name?
Victor
According to superstition, a person born on Halloween has what particular ability?
The ability to see and talk to spirits
Instead of candy, what did kids originally receive when trick or treating?
Food and Drinks
What is Samhainophobia?
The fear of Halloween
What is the origin surrounding bobbing for apples?
It’s believed to have originated from a Roman harvest festival held in honor of Pomona, the goddess of fruit trees.
What does the name Dracula mean?
Son of the devil
What is the significance of seeing a spider on Halloween?
It is thought to be the spirit of a loved one watching over the person who finds the spider.
What Celtic tradition led to modern-day trick-or-treating?
Putting treats or food out to pacify evil spirits during Samhain
How much does the world’s biggest pumpkin weigh?
2,624 pounds.
According to Irish legend, how did jack O’ Lanterns get their name?
Jack O’ Lanterns are named after a stingy man named Jack who, because he tricked the devil several times, was forbidden entrance into both heaven and hell. Therefore, he was condemned to wander the Earth, waving his lantern to lead people away from their paths.
What is the origin and meaning of the name Frankenstein?
The origin is German and it means "stone of the Franks". It is associated with various places in Germany including Frankeinstein Castle in Darmstadt.
According to myth, what does it mean if a bat flies around your house three times on Halloween night?
Someone in the house is about to die.
What is the traditional purpose for carving pumpkins into Jack O’ Lanterns?
To ward off evil spirits
Who created the original candy corn and which company did he/she/they work for?
George Renninger at the Wunderle Candy Company of Philadelphia