WorksheetsHalloween Trivia 2020
Total questions: 18
Worksheet time: 14mins
Which group of immigrants to the US began the tradition of dressing up on Halloween?
The French
The English Puritans
The Spanish
The Irish
Why are black cats associated with Halloween?
Black cats were associated with divine, magical power by the ancient Egyptians
The Puritans associated them with witchcraft
Ancient Mesopotamians believed that black cats were guardians of the underworld
All of the above
Which of these is NOT a real autumn tradition in other parts of the world?
The Day of the Dead (Mexico)
Festival of Hungry Ghosts - (Hong Kong)
Festival of the Yams (Africa)
Festival of Spirits (Thailand)
Before pumpkins, what was used to make jack o'lanterns?
Canteloupes
Honeydew Melon
Sweet Potatoes
Turnips
About how many calories are in the typical stash of a trick-or-treater?
2,000
5,000
8,000
11,000
According to European traditions, what will you see if you stare in a mirror on Halloween?
The ghost of a passed relative
Your future self
Your future spouse
The ghost of your home's previous owner
What part of the world do pumpkins originate from?
The British Isles
Central America
Western Africa
Eastern Europe
What part of the world are vampire bats from?
South America
Africa's Southern Cone
Central Europe
Central Asia
How much will the average American family spend buying Halloween candy to give out in a given year?
$10
$13
$20
$23
How much, in total, will Americans spend on pet costumes in a given year?
$50 million
$100 million
$300 million
$500 million
According to tradition, what does seeing a spider on Halloween represent?
A loved one is watching over you
You have been cursed by a witch
A spirit is haunting your home
Good luck
What is the most popular candy in the US on Halloween?
Reese's peanut butter cups
Twix
Skittles
M&Ms
Which of the following is NOT a real, natural color for a pumpkin?
Blue
White
Red
Green
What percentage of parents admit to sneaking goodies from their kids’ Halloween trick-or-treat bags?
15%
30%
50%
90%
What is the correct color scheme of a piece of candy corn from the BASE to the TOP?
Orange, Yellow, White
Yellow, Orange, White
White, Yellow, Orange
White, Orange, Yellow
Transylvania is a region in which modern-day country?
Poland
Czech Republic
Romania
Germany
What is the most popular GIRLS costume in the US?
Princess
Cat
Nurse/Doctor
Witch
What is the most popular WOMENS costume in the US?
A superhero
Princess/Queen
Vampire
Witch
