Do you have what it takes to unravel the age-old beliefs and symbols associated with Halloween? Step into a world where superstition meets tradition. Our trivia on Halloween Superstitions, Symbols, and Customs will enlighten you on why black cats are deemed unlucky and the meaning behind the mysterious jack-o’-lantern. Discover customs passed down through generations, and see if you can identify fact from eerie fiction.
Each symbol and superstition has deep roots and unique stories that add to the magic and mystery of Halloween. Learn about the items and practices that continue to contribute to the eerie spirit of Halloween night. From avoiding walking under ladders to exchanging Halloween treats, every tradition has a tale. Engage in this mystical journey and enrich your Halloween celebration.
If this has sparked your interest, venture further into Halloween lore with our trivia on its history and iconic films. Let your curiosity lead the way into the spirit world of Halloween.
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What image is usually carved onto a Jack-o’-lantern?
A cat
A cat
An arm
An arm
A face
A face
A rabbit
A rabbit
What is the common name for the mushroom species Clitocybe illudens?
Scarecrow
Scarecrow
Jack-in-the-box
Jack-in-the-box
Jack-O-Lantern
Jack-O-Lantern
Will-o-the-wisp
Will-o-the-wisp
Who wrote the novel ‘Frankenstein’?
James Patterson
James Patterson
Bram Stoker
Bram Stoker
Edgar Allen Poe
Edgar Allen Poe
Mary Shelley
Mary Shelley
Which actor that played Dracula was buried in his costume?
Lon Chaney
Lon Chaney
Conrad Veidt
Conrad Veidt
Bela Lugosi
Bela Lugosi
Boris Karloff
Boris Karloff
It’s believed that what have supernatural powers, and that they fly on broomsticks?
Witches
Witches
Ghosts
Ghosts
Fairies
Fairies
Wizards
Wizards
Michael Jackson’s ‘Thriller’ was released in which year?
1986
1986
1982
1982
1990
1990
1976
1976
Which of these is not one of the three colors that make up candy corn?
White
White
Blue
Blue
Orange
Orange
Yellow
Yellow
Who wrote the famous poem called Halloween?
Robert Burns
Robert Burns
Sir Walter Scott
Sir Walter Scott
Robert Louis Stevenson
Robert Louis Stevenson
John Donne
John Donne
How many bones are there in your average adult skeleton?
266
266
196
196
226
226
206
206
Name the town that is the setting for the film ‘A Nightmare Before Christmas’?
Horror Town
Horror Town
No Town
No Town
Halloween Town
Halloween Town
Scary Town
Scary Town
Which of the following celebrities does not have a Halloween birthday?
Dan Rather
Dan Rather
Vanilla Ice
Vanilla Ice
Kevin Bacon
Kevin Bacon
Adam Horovitz
Adam Horovitz
What is the purpose of a ghoul?
To rob graves
To rob graves
To hunt witches
To hunt witches
To fight vampires
To fight vampires
To find pumpkins
To find pumpkins
Ginger Snaps’ is a 2000 Canadian horror film about what kind of creatures?
Ghosts
Ghosts
Werewolves
Werewolves
Goblins
Goblins
Vampires
Vampires
According to superstition, on Halloween night what would swoop down and feast on the souls of the dying?
Owls
Owls
Blackbirds
Blackbirds
Pigeons
Pigeons
Eagles
Eagles
What color is the stem on a Mellowcreme Pumpkin Halloween treat?
Green
Green
Red
Red
Blue
Blue
Orange
Orange
How old was Michael Myers when he killed his sister in the original ‘Halloween’?
7
7
4
4
8
8
6
6
Pumpkins grow on a what?
Bushes
Bushes
Trees
Trees
Vines
Vines
Stalks
Stalks
Which US State produces the most Pumpkins?
Nevada
Nevada
New Mexico
New Mexico
South Carolina
South Carolina
Illinois
Illinois
In Germany, it is traditional to put away which kitchen instrument?
Brooms
Brooms
Spoons
Spoons
Forks
Forks
Knives
Knives
According to superstition, what does it mean if you see a spider on Halloween?
Death will come to you in the next year
Death will come to you in the next year
A dead relative is watching over you
A dead relative is watching over you
You will marry within the year
You will marry within the year
Your house needs cleaning
Your house needs cleaning
Halloween Jack-o’-lanterns are usually which color?
Green
Green
Orange
Orange
Pink
Pink
Blue
Blue
Which vegetable is usually carved for Halloween?
Potato
Potato
Pumpkin
Pumpkin
Cucumber
Cucumber
Swede
Swede
Complete the title of the horror movie ‘A Nightmare on … Street’?
Elm
Elm
Maple
Maple
Oak
Oak
Birch
Birch
How many people were accused of witchcraft during the Salem Witch Trials?
75
75
135
135
165
165
105
105
In ‘Arsenic and Old Lace’ Mortimer Brewster marries who on Halloween?
Holly Harper
Holly Harper
Elaine Harper
Elaine Harper
Jane Harper
Jane Harper
Kay Harper
Kay Harper
Commonly associated with Halloween, who wrote the classical organ piece ‘Tocatta and Fugue in D Minor?’
Jakob Haibel
Jakob Haibel
Joann Sebastian Back
Joann Sebastian Back
John Hebden
John Hebden
Domenico Alberti
Domenico Alberti
What do you call a man who practices witchcraft?
Sorcerer
Sorcerer
Mage
Mage
Warlock
Warlock
Druid
Druid
The ‘corpse flower’ gets its name from its what?
Smell
Smell
Appearance
Appearance
Location
Location
Texture
Texture
Jack Nicholson wore a jacket made by which designer for his role in ‘The Shining’?
Anna Wintour
Anna Wintour
Margaret Howell
Margaret Howell
Beatrix Miller
Beatrix Miller
Grace Coddington
Grace Coddington
Black and which other color is associated with Halloween?
Blue
Blue
Red
Red
Orange
Orange
Green
Green
In which U.S. city is the world’s largest Halloween parade held?
Los Angeles
Los Angeles
Chicago
Chicago
New Orleans
New Orleans
New York
New York
Which vegetable was traditionally believed to possess supernatural powers on Halloween?
Pumpkin
Pumpkin
Turnip
Turnip
Carrot
Carrot
Cabbage
Cabbage
What is the only thing that can kill a werewolf?
A wooden stake
A wooden stake
A gold bullet
A gold bullet
A metal stake
A metal stake
A silver bullet
A silver bullet
According to superstition, a person born on Halloween has what particular ability?
They can tell the future
They can tell the future
The can predict death
The can predict death
They will be unlucky
They will be unlucky
They can see and talk to spirits
They can see and talk to spirits
Who was the first person to star as Frankenstein?
Conrad Veidt
Conrad Veidt
Bela Lugosi
Bela Lugosi
Boris Karloff
Boris Karloff
Vincent Price
Vincent Price
How many eyes does the monster called a cyclops have?
5
5
4
4
1
1
2
2
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