Halloween Quiz Bee

In which country did Halloween originate?

• Ireland

• United States

• China

• Russia

Answer explanation

Halloween originated from the Celtic festival of Samhain. The Celtics were a group of tribes from Ireland.

What does the name Dracula mean?

• Vampire

• Evil

• Son of the Devil

• Devil Spawn

Answer explanation

Count Dracula, a fictional character in the Dracula novel, was inspired by one of the best-known figures of Romanian history, Vlad Dracula

What is the first name of Dr. Frankenstein?

• Frank

• Adam

• Victor

• Michael

Answer explanation

Dr. Frankenstein is the protagonist of Mary Shelley's novel entitled "Frankenstein". The character is most famous for creating Frankenstein's monster.

What are other names of Halloween?

• Samhain

• Feast of the Dead

• All Hallows Eve

• All are correct

The first Jack-O-Lanterns were made out of what?

• Waterm

• Coconuts

• Pumpkins

• Turnips

Answer explanation

Turnips were carved to ward off evil spirits and other unwanted travelers and eventually became a Halloween tradition.

What does the word "Halloween" mean?

• H

• Plentiful Harvest

• Day of the Departed

• Dark Night

Answer explanation

The word hallow in halloween means Saint.

Who was the famous magician who passed away on Halloween?

• Harry Houdini

• David Blaine

• Lance Burton

• David Copperfield

Answer explanation

Harry Houdini, one of the most popular magicians of all time, passed away on October 31, 1926.

What M&M color was added in 1995?

• Blue

• Teal

• Yellow

• Red

Answer explanation

A regular bag of M&Ms has 6 colors.

Which of the following food was banned from eating on Halloween in Scotland until 1950?

• Sweets

• Sandwiches

• Sausage Rolls

• Salad

Answer explanation

The Witchcraft Act of 1735 forbid the consumption of pork pastries on Halloween. It wasn't repealed until the 1950s and since then sausage rolls have been a popular treat at Halloween parties and gatherings.

Is a pumpkin a fruit or a vegetable?

• Fruit

• Vegetable

Answer explanation

A pumpkin is a fruit because it's a product of the seed-bearing structure of flowering plants.