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100

In which country did the tradition of Halloween originate?

Ireland

100

What iconic symbol is carved into a spooky face and lit with a candle to celebrate Halloween?

Jack-o'-lantern

100

What country celebrates "Dia de los Muertos" around the same time as Halloween?

Mexico

100

What type of confectionery is often given to children on Halloween night?

Candy

100

In the U.S., which animated Halloween movie features the characters Jack Skellington and Sally?

The Nightmare Before Christmas

200

Halloween originated from which ancient festival?

Samhain Festival

200

What are the two colors commonly associated with Halloween?

Black and Orange

200

In which country are Halloween lanterns traditionally made from turnips instead of pumpkins?

Ireland

200

What popular children's activity involves going door-to-door asking for candy on Halloween night?

Trick-or-treating

200

What is the most popular Halloween costume for pets in the United States?

Pumpkin

300

What Christian holiday was influenced by the pagan Samhain festival?

All Saints' Day

300

Which common Halloween symbol is believed to be a bridge between the living and the dead and is often depicted flying across a full moon?

Witches 

300

During the Japanese "Obon" festival, what symbolic item is used to guide the spirits of ancestors back to their resting places?

Floating lanterns

300

In which year did the U.S. have its first official public Halloween parade?

1920

300

What popular fall beverage is often associated with Halloween and is made from spiced and steamed milk or coffee?

Pumpkin spice latte

400

What was the purpose of wearing costumes during Samhain?

Served to disguise oneself from wandering spirits

400

What type of plant is commonly associated with protection against evil spirits and was often hung above doorways during Halloween?

Garlic

400

In what country is "La Toussaint" celebrated, a similar holiday where people visit cemeteries and honor the dead?

France

400

Which famous magician, known for his escape acts, died on Halloween in 1926?

Harry Houdini

400

What is the fear of Halloween called?

Samhainophobia

500

Before it was called Halloween, what was the original Old English name for the night of October 31st?

All Hallows' Eve, translates to "the evening before All Saints' Day"

500

What 19th-century practice, involving the use of nuts and fruits, was common during Halloween to tell fortunes about marriage?

"nutcrack night" or "apple bobbing"

500

In the Czech Republic, what unique tradition involves placing chairs by the fireplace on Halloween night, one for each living family member and one for each deceased relative?

Setting up seats for spirits to honor the dead

500

In what year did the tradition of trick-or-treating in the U.S. experience a significant revival after being put on hold during World War II due to sugar rationing?

1947

500

Which U.S. city is known for hosting the longest-running haunted house, starting in 1974, and is often considered the haunted house capital of the world?

Kansas City