Halloween Quiz: Spooky Skills Challenge

Which of the following is a common theme associated with Halloween?

• Thanksgiving

• Ghosts and spirits

• Independence Day

• Valentine's Day

In the story of "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow," what motivates the character Ichabod Crane to stay in Sleepy Hollow?

• His love for the town's history

• His desire to become a school principal

• His interest in Katrina Van Tassel

• His fear of the Headless Horseman

Summarize the main plot of the Halloween story "The Haunted House."

• A group of friends discovers a treasure map in an old house.

• A family moves into a house that is haunted by friendly ghosts.

• A detective solves a mystery involving a stolen painting.

• A young girl finds a magical book in her attic.

How do Halloween traditions in the United States compare to those in Mexico?

• Both countries celebrate with fireworks.

• The U.S. focuses on trick-or-treating, while Mexico celebrates Día de los Muertos.

• Both countries have a tradition of carving pumpkins.

• The U.S. and Mexico both have parades with floats.

What does a black cat symbolize in Halloween folklore?

• Good luck

• Wealth

• Bad luck or misfortune

• Friendship

Create a simple Halloween-themed poem using the following words: moon, night, fright, and light.

• The moon is bright, on this spooky night, full of fright, yet full of light.

• The sun is high, in the sky, with no fright, and no light.

• The stars are dim, in the night, with no fright, and no light.

• The rain falls down, on the town, with no fright, and no light.

Which word is most closely associated with Halloween vocabulary?

• Harvest

• Mummy

• Pilgrim

• Cupid

What is the primary motivation for children participating in trick-or-treating during Halloween?

• To scare their neighbors

• To collect candy and treats

• To learn about local history

• To perform in a play

Which Halloween symbol is often used to ward off evil spirits?

• A broomstick

• A jack-o'-lantern

• A cauldron

• A black cat

What is a common Halloween tradition in Ireland, where Halloween originated?

• Lighting bonfires

• Giving thanks for the harvest

• Exchanging gifts

• Singing carols