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100

Which Halloween candy was originally referred to as “chicken feed"?

Candy corn

100

What is the name of the Gothic novel about a scientist who creates a monster?

Frankenstein

100

Where is Transylvania, otherwise known as home to Count Dracula, located?

In Romania

100

What do you call a group of witches?

A coven

100

A vampire is known to shape-shift into:

A bat

200

According to candystore.com, what is the top-selling Halloween candy?

Reese's Cups

200

What famous magician died on Halloween?

Harry Houdini

200

What is the original purpose of a jack o' lantern?

To ward off evil spirits.

200

What do call a man who practices witchcraft?

A warlock

200

What is the most popular Halloween costume for pets?

Pumpkin

300

Before pumpkins, which root vegetable did the Irish and Scottish carve on Halloween?

Turnips

300

What actor played Laurie Strode in the 1978 movie "Halloween?"

Jamie Lee Curtis

300

About how long ago did Halloween originate?

~ 2,000 years ago

300

What's the most popular Halloween costume in the U.S., according to Google?

A witch
300

Why are black cats associated with Halloween?

In Medieval Europe, it was believed that witches could transform into black cats.

400

Which U.S. state produces the most pumpkins?

Illinois

400

Which movie tops Rotten Tomatoes' list of the Scariest Horror Movies Ever?

The Exorcist

400

In the Middle Ages why were so many mummies bought and sold?

They were believed to possess medical, supernatural, and physical characteristics

400

In Halloweentown 1, what were the ingredients to turn the talisman light on?

The hair of a werewolf, sweat of a ghost, and fang of a vampire

400

If someone is bitten by a werewolf, what turns them into one themselves?

A full moon
500

What vegetable was once thought to have supernatural powers on Halloween?

Cabbage

500

According to the lyrics of the "Monster Mash", who were the guests included at the party?

Wolfman, Dracula, and his son

500

What year did the Salem Witch Trials begin?

1692

500

The fear of Halloween is called?

Samhainophobia

500

According to a medieval superstition, if you see a spider on Halloween this indicates:

 The spirit of a loved one is watching over you