Phi Sigma Pi History
Who were the founders of our fraternity?
Hendricks, Phillips, and McClure
What vegetables were jack-o-lanterns originally made out of?
Turnips, beets, and potatoes
Why are black cats associated with witchcraft?
They were believed to have protected their masters dark powers
Where is the birthplace of Halloween?
Ireland
What is the name of the serial killer in Halloween?
Michael Meyers
(Blank) is used at the annual Grand Chapter Meeting, where members from each PSP chapter can make Fraternity-wide changes
Robert's Rules of Order
What is the world record for the largest pumpkin?
836 lbs world record was established in 1993 by Norm Craven
What is the most bought Halloween candy in PA?
M&Ms
What is Halloween short for?
Hallow's Eve, Hallow's Evening
In The Nightmare Before Christmas, who does Jack Skellington abduct?
Santa Claus
This word meaning under the rose was given to the name of a fund started to help members who have found themselves in a challenging financial time
Subrosa
Which state produces the most pumpkins?
Illinois, they annually produce 500 million pounds of pumpkins
When did the Salem Witch trials start?
1692
What is the Halloween Capital of the world?
Salem, Massachusetts
In what year was Hocus Pocus released?
1993
Phi Sigma Pi was established at the State Teachers College at Warrensburg, Missouri which is now known as the.....
University of Central Missouri
Who are jack-o-lanterns named after?
Jack Who. He tricked the devil several times, was forbidden entrance into both heaven and hell. He was condemned to wander the Earth, waving his lantern to lead people away from their paths.
What was the budget for Michael Jackson's "Thriller" music video?
$900,000
What famous magician died on Halloween night in 1926?
Harry Houdini, from appendicitis caused by three stomach punches
What is the name of the dog in Frankenweenie?
Sparky
The outstanding chapter award is named after this former Sigma Chapter Advisor
Joseph Torchia
What is the fear of Halloween?
Samhainophobia
Who originally wrote the song "Monster Mash"?
Bobby Pickett
How many pounds of candy will Americans buy on Halloween?
6 million
Who plays Fester in the 1991 adaptation of The Addams Family?
Christopher Lloyd