Food
This small, red summer fruit develops tiny seeds on the outside and often tops shortcake.
Strawberry. Strawberry plants are most often propagated not by planting these tiny seeds but by planting the runners from mature plants, which will produce roots for a new plant.
This Massachusetts town is famously known for its witch trials that took place in 1692
Salem
This popular cartoon ghost has appeared in dozens of films, tv series' and comic books.
Casper the friendly ghost
How many teaspoons are in a tablespoon?
3
I put a spell on you
Because___________
you're mine
by "Screamin' Jay" Hawkins.
What is the smallest recognized dog breed by the American Kennel Club, known for its tiny size and weighing between 2 to 6 pounds?
Chihuahua
Before pumpkins, which vegetable did people carve on Halloween?
Turnips and Potatoes
This notorious gangster, known as "Scarface," dominated Chicago's illegal alcohol trade during Prohibition and was eventually imprisoned for tax evasion in 1931.
Al Capone
Over 4,000 of these Halloween-themed attractions scare visitors in the U.S., bringing in about $300 million annually.
Haunted Houses
There are over 4,000 haunted houses across the U.S., with some of the most famous in places like New Orleans, Pennsylvania, and Salem, Massachusetts. Haunted houses, hayrides, and ghost tours are now a major Halloween industry, grossing around $300 million annually.
How many sides does an octagon have?
8
If there's something strange
In your neighborhood
Who you gonna call?
_________
(Ghostbusters)
(by Ray Parker Jr.)
How many sides does an octagon have?
Your right hand
Which classic American sandwich consists of corned beef, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on rye bread?
Reuben Sandwich
Which decade did the California Gold Rush peak?
California Gold Rush, rapid influx of fortune seekers in California that began after gold was found at Sutter's Mill in early 1848 and reached its peak in 1852.
What is the name of the popular Halloween movie about three witch sisters who are resurrected on Halloween night ?
Hocus Pocus
Brain Teasers:
A family has two parents and six sons. Each of the sons has one sister. How many people are in the family?
Nine. Two parents, six sons, one daughter!
Strumming my pain with his fingers
Singing my life with his words
Killing _____________
me softly with his song
Killing me softly with his song
(by Roberta Flack)
The star of Forrest Gump, a famous inventor, and a U.S. founding father all share what first name?
Thomas/ Tom
(Tom Hanks, Thomas Edison, and Thomas Jefferson)
What drink is traditionally made by fermenting tea with sugar, and a SCOBY (symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeasts)?
Kombucha
In 1590, this early English colony in present-day North Carolina was found abandoned, with only the word "Croatoan" carved into a tree, leaving its settlers' fate a mystery that endures to this day.
the Roanoke Colony
In Transylvania, this infamous character's castle is a popular Halloween attraction.
Count Dracula
How many noses does a slug have?
Four. Two are responsible for touching and tasting, while the other two control sight and smell. All four can move in different directions and are retractable.
Strangers in the night
_____________
exchanging glances
Wondering in the night
What were the chances we'd be sharing love
Before the night was through
(by Frank Sinatra)
This man, known for establishing a popular fast food chain, faced multiple rejections in his 60s before his fried chicken recipe became a global success
Colonel Harland Sanders.
This protein-rich ingredient is becoming popular in alternative meats, especially for those looking for a non-soy option. What is it?
Pea
"Remember the Maine" was used as an American rally cry at the start of which war?
"Remember the Maine" became a rallying cry for Americans at the start of the Spanish-American War in 1898, following the explosion of the USS Maine in Havana Harbor, which resulted in the deaths of 266 crew members.
This half-human, half-goat creature with bat-like wings is said to haunt the Pine Barrens of New Jersey.
the Jersey Devil
How many months have 31 days?
7 months in a year that have 31 days: January, March, May, July, August, October, and December.
He did the Mash
_________
it caught on in a flash
(He did the Mash) he did the Monster Mash
(by Bobby Pickett)
What percentage of the Earth’s wildlife is found in the ocean?
94%. The five main ocean basins, the Pacific, Atlantic, Indian, Arctic and Southern Oceans contain 94% of the world's wildlife and 97% of all the water on our blue planet.
This state grows over 500 million pounds of pumpkins annually, making it the top pumpkin producer in the U.S.
Illinois
Brought to the U.S. in the 19th century, this holiday originated from ancient Celtic traditions in this country.
Ireland
Known as “America’s most haunted city,” this Georgian town is known for ghost tours in the historic district.
Savannah is considered one of the most haunted cities in the U.S. due to its complex history, including the Civil War,and deadly yellow fever outbreaks, which have left countless stories of restless spirits.
How much money do Americans spend on Halloween candy each year?
$1 billion
$3 billion
$5 billion
$10 billion
Americans spend over $3 billion on Halloween candy each year, and about 600 million pounds of candy are sold annually for the holiday.
The most popular choices are Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, M&M's, and Snickers!
I'm pickin' up good vibrations
She's __________
giving me the excitations (oom bop bop)
I'm pickin' up good vibrations (good vibrations, oom bop bop)
She's giving me the excitations (excitations, oom bop bop)
(by The Beach Boys)
The holiday Día de los Muertos, celebrated on November 1-2, originates from this country.
Mexico