First-Gen Facts
A(n) ________ is an individual whose parent/guardian(s) did not attend a four-year American university.
First-generation college student
While it is America's least favorite candy, it is still one of the most popular during Halloween. What is it?
Candy corn
This symbol is usually the first indicator of Halloween. You can carve it with family and friends and it is also a great ingredient for pie! What is it?
Pumpkin
What is the name of the clown in the movie "It"?
Pennywise
What is another word for a carved pumpkin?
Jack-o-lantern
Name that First-Gen!
This individual is a famous scientist that nearly every child is taught about. He is known for his crazy hair, glasses, and being a genius. (Hint: E=mc^2)
Albert Einstein
What candy has the same name as a galaxy?
Milky Way
Witch
Who directed the animated Halloween classic The Nightmare Before Christmas?
Tim Burton
In what country did Halloween originate?
Ireland
Name that First-Gen!
This women is married to a former US president and attended Princeton. She currently advocates for healthy members, service members, and higher education!
Michelle Obama
This candy has the name of an animal in its title. Kourtney Kardashian went viral for her video showcasing the perfect way to eat it. What is it?
Kit Kat
This location is one that people tend to avoid. It gives people goosebumps when they step inside and there's unknown scary things lurking around it. It can be fun to explore with friends, until someone goes missing. What is it?
A Haunted House
Every Halloween, Charlie Brown helps his friend Linus wait for what character to appear?
The Great Pumpkin
Out of which vegetable were Jack O’ Lanterns originally made?
Turnips
Gates to Success is a first-generation college student organization that was founded recently. What year was GTS founded?
2014
This chocolate bar is the perfect mix of chew and crunchy. It's a classic and nearly everyone loves it. What is it?
Twix
This game is commonly played by teenagers. There have been many movie adaptions about this game, and almost always, playing it never ends well. What is it called?
Ouija Board
Name this song:
The zombies were having fun, the party had just begun
The guests included Wolfman, Dracula, and his son
Monster Mash by Bobby Pickett
What is the fear of Halloween called?
Samhainphobia
There are two advisors for GTS. We introduced one of them as the assistant dean for student success. What is her name?
Michelle Lopez
Tootsie rolls are a classic Halloween candy. It comes as both lollipops and chewy candies. What question is Mr. Owl asked in the Tootsie Pop commercial?
How many licks does it take to get to the center of a Tootsie Pop?
This is usually seen more rural areas. They are creepy looking and are usually hidden within fields. What is it?
Scarecrow
Who is 'creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky'?
The Addams Family
How many pounds of candy corn are produced each year?
35 million pounds