Fall Movies and Music
This 1984 song asked, "Who you gonna call?"
Ghost Busters
What was fall originally called?
Harvest
Every year, Canada celebrates this holiday on the second Monday of October, and the United States celebrates the same holiday on the fourth Thursday of November.
Thanksgiving
The birthstones for October are the tourmaline and what stone?
Opal
Seven years of bad luck if you break....
A Mirror
What do you call a group of witches?
A Coven
What kind of pants do ghosts wear?
Boo - Jeans
A movie about Jack Skellington, Halloweentown's beloved pumpkin king, who has become bored with the same annual routine of frightening people in the "real world."
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Turkey is the most eaten dish at Thanksgiving. Which food comes second?
Mashed Potatoes
On October 18, 1867, the United States took possession of what is now the 49th state.
Alaska
In October of this year, the Statue of Liberty was gifted to the United States.
1886
Find a penny, pick it up...?
All day long, you'll have good luck
What type of supernatural creature is known for transforming into a bat in various folklore and vampire stories?
A Vampire
Why did the skeleton go to the party alone?
Because he had no body to go with
A traditional "Halloween Ghost Story" turns into a real life adventure for 3 kids who break the spell of the Sanderson Sisters.
Hocus Pocus
People in Ireland carved this vegetable to keep evil Spirits away. What is this vegetable?
Turnips
The first World Series (Baseball) took place on October 1st of this year, with the Boston Americans winning it all.
A. 1903 B. 1913 C. 1899 D. 1917
A : 1903
This bright yellow-orange flower represents comfort, healing, and protection and is a perfect representation of October.
Marigold
If a ____ lands on you, you should count the number of spots to predict how many years of good luck you'll have
A Ladybug
What is the term for the fear of ghosts?
Phasmophobia
What do you call a ghost with a broken leg?
Hoblin Goblin
Who sang the original “Monster Mash.”?
Bobby Pickett
A festival in Munich, Germany that takes place each year with lots of beer.
Oktober Fest
Born October 31, 1936, he starred in three popular TV series: Bonanza, Little House on the Prairie, and Highway to Heaven.
Michael Landon
The only continent where corn is not produced.
Antartica
The superstition of crossing ____ to bring luck or good wishes
Fingers
What impact did World War II have on Halloween celebrations in the United States?
Rationing and sugar shortages led to fewer sweets and elaborate costumes.
What do you call a haunted chicken?
A Poultry Giest
According to this song, the family was 'creepy, kooky, mysterious and spooky'.
The Addams Family
This State has over 11 million apple trees, producing more than 900 million pounds of apples per year.
Michigan
On October 3rd of this year, after 45 years of Cold War division, East and West Germany were reunited as the Federal Republic of Germany.
1990
The leading manufacturer is most often associated with corn flakes?
Kellogs
The primary purpose of these sacred items is to shield sleeping people, especially babies and children, from bad dreams and their negative effects
Dreamcatcher
This mysterious event occurred in 1947 leading to rumors of a UFO crash and government cover-up, where did this event occur?
Roswell New Mexico
What do you call a monster with no neck?
The lost neck monster
Which classic monster movie is said to be the most successful thriller franchise in history?
Godzilla
This fruit may be overlooked, but it is a delicious, sweet, and versatile and at its peak sweetness during the fall months.
Pear
The year in the mid-1800's that Halloween was first celebrated in America.
A. 1820 B. 1828 C. 1840 D. 1857
C. 1840
The number month October was in the Roman calendar.
8, October was the eighth month before January and February were added.
If you've ever participated in a theater, production you've undoubtedly heard an odd phrase that is supposed to bring a performer good luck. What's that phrase?
Break a Leg
What eerie and unexplained phenomenon involves the sudden disappearance of ships and aircraft.
The Bermuda Triangle
Why do witches use brooms to fly?
Because vacuum cleaners are too heavy!