What was the original purpose of wearing scary costumes during Halloween?
To ward off/Keep evil spirits away
When did Halloween start in America?
Around the 1900s
What are these called?
Jack-o’-lanterns
Before americans started carving pumpkins for halloween, what food was used instead?
Turnips
What are these called?
Candy corn
Halloween is the second-highest profitable holiday of the year. What is the first?
Christmas
What country is credited with starting Halloween?
Ireland
What candy do most kids prefer on Halloween?
Chocolate
What two colors are most associated with Halloween?
Orange and Black
What’s the name of the personification of Death?
The grim reaper
What kind of cat is associated with Halloween?
Black cats
