Halloween History
What date is Halloween celebrated?
October 31
What creature is known to transform during a full moon?
a werewolf
What 1993 film features three witches resurrected on Halloween?
Hocus Pocus
What is the act of going door to door for candy called?
trick-or-treating
What small, eight-legged creature is often associated with Halloween?
a spider
In what year did Halloween first become a public holiday in the U.S.?
1930
Who is the famous vampire created by Bram Stoker?
Dracula
What animated movie is set on the Day of the Dead?
Coco
What do children traditionally carve to decorate for Halloween?
a pumpkin
What animal is often seen as a symbol of bad luck and is associated with witches?
a black cat
What is the original name for Halloween ?
All Hallows' Eve
Which monster is often depicted as a large green creature made from dead body parts?
Frankenstein's monster
Which movie franchise features a killer named Michael Myers?
Halloween
In what country is the festival of Día de los Muertos celebrated?
Mexico
Which flying mammal is often linked to Halloween?
a bat
Which country is known for the tradition of carving turnips instead of pumpkins?
Ireland
In folklore, what type of creature is a Yeti?
a snow monster or abominable snowman
In which horror film does a group of friends unknowingly awaken a cursed book?
Evil Dead
What is the significance of wearing costumes on Halloween?
to disguise oneself from spirits
What insect is commonly associated with graveyards and decay?
a fly
What was the purpose of lighting bonfires on Halloween in ancient times?
to ward off evil spirits
What mythological creature is said to lure sailors to their doom?
a siren
Which movie features a young boy who can see dead people?
The Sixth Sense
Which vegetable was originally used for Halloween lanterns before pumpkins?
a turnip
What mythical creature is known for having a snake-like body and turning people to stone?
Medusa