Spooky Health Trivia Challenge

Which of the following Halloween treats is most likely to cause a spike in blood sugar levels due to its high sugar content?

• Dark chocolate

• Candy corn

• Almonds

• Popcorn

What is a common mental health benefit of experiencing fear in a controlled environment, such as a haunted house?

• Increased anxiety

• Improved mood

• Decreased heart rate

• Reduced adrenaline

Which of the following is a recommended safety tip for trick-or-treating at night?

• Wear dark clothing

• Use reflective tape on costumes

• Avoid carrying a flashlight

• Walk alone

Match the following cultures with their associated celebrations to honor deceased loved ones.

• Pitru Paksha

• Australian

• Obon Festival

• Japanese

• Day of the Dead

• Indian

• Anzac Day

• Mexican

(a)   is often depicted as having a fear of garlic, which is actually a healthy food.

• Witch
• Vampire
• Werewolf
• Zombie

Match the following nutrients with the food they are most commonly found in.

• Oranges

• Calcium

• Pumpkin

• Iron

• Spinach

• Vitamin A

• Milk

• Vitamin C

What is the psychological term for the fear of Halloween?

• Samhainophobia

• Arachnophobia

• Claustrophobia

• Acrophobia

Which of the following is a safe practice when carving a pumpkin?

• Use a dull knife

• Carve towards your hand

• Use a pumpkin carving kit

• Carve in a dimly lit area

Which country is credited with the origin of Halloween as we know it today?

• United States

• Ireland

• Germany

• France

(a)   is the Halloween character often associated with the risk of rabies, a viral disease.

• Ghost
• Mummy
• Werewolf
• Skeleton