Test Your Knowledge Of Horror Classic Halloween With This Tricky Quiz

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Are you a fan of Halloween? We suggest you test your knowledge of Horror Classic Halloween with this tricky quiz. Halloween is a national American holiday that celebrates remembering the dead, martyrs & saints. This horrifyingly tricky quiz is here to spook you and make you scratch your heads! We challenge you to get a super high score by picking the right option in this quiz! All the very best! Boo!


Questions and Answers
  • 1. 

    What was candy corn originally called? 

    • A.

      Pig Feed

    • B.

      Bird Feed

    • C.

      Corn Treats 

    • D.

      Chicken Feed

    Correct Answer
    D. Chicken Feed
    Explanation
    Candy corn was originally called "Chicken Feed" because its shape and colors resembled corn kernels, which were commonly used as feed for chickens. The name was chosen to appeal to rural and agricultural audiences, as well as to emphasize the candy's harvest theme.

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  • 2. 

    Which of the following film is regarded as the first horror film? 

    • A.

      House of Wax 

    • B.

      The house of the devil

    • C.

      Frankenstein

    • D.

      Les Diaboliques

    Correct Answer
    B. The house of the devil
    Explanation
    "The house of the devil" is regarded as the first horror film because it was the first film to introduce elements of horror and suspense in a narrative format. It was released in 1896 and directed by Georges Méliès. The film tells the story of a man who encounters supernatural occurrences in a haunted house, setting the foundation for the horror genre in cinema.

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  • 3. 

    "Jack O' Lantern" comes from which legend? 

    • A.

      Russian legend

    • B.

      Irish legend

    • C.

      French legend

    • D.

      German legend

    Correct Answer
    B. Irish legend
    Explanation
    The term "Jack O' Lantern" originates from Irish legend. According to the legend, a man named Jack was known for his trickery and deceitfulness. After his death, he was denied entry into both heaven and hell. As a result, he was condemned to wander the earth with only a burning coal inside a hollowed-out turnip to light his way. The Irish began to refer to this ghostly figure as "Jack of the Lantern," which eventually evolved into the term "Jack O' Lantern." This tradition eventually spread to other countries, where pumpkins were used instead of turnips.

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  • 4. 

    When was the white house first decorated on the occasion of Haloween? 

    • A.

      1920 

    • B.

      1978

    • C.

      1967

    • D.

      1958

    Correct Answer
    D. 1958
    Explanation
    In 1958, the White House was first decorated on the occasion of Halloween.

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  • 5. 

    Who was the first tv cartoon to go "Trick o' treating" ? 

    • A.

      Daffy Duck

    • B.

      Charlie Brown

    • C.

      Popeye

    • D.

      Bart Simpson

    Correct Answer
    B. Charlie Brown
    Explanation
    Charlie Brown was the first TV cartoon character to go "Trick o' treating". This can be seen in the 1966 television special "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" where Charlie Brown and his friends go trick-or-treating on Halloween night. This special popularized the tradition of trick-or-treating in television cartoons and has since become a Halloween classic.

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  • 6. 

    In which American state is it illegal to dress as Nun or Priest? 

    • A.

      Alaska

    • B.

      Georgia 

    • C.

      Ohio

    • D.

      Alabama

    Correct Answer
    D. Alabama
    Explanation
    In Alabama, it is illegal to dress as a nun or priest because of a law that prohibits individuals from wearing religious garb as a form of disguise or for fraudulent purposes. This law aims to prevent individuals from impersonating religious figures for deceptive or malicious reasons.

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  • 7. 

    The fear of Halloween is known as what? 

    • A.

      Samhainophobia

    • B.

      Chionophobia

    • C.

      Wiccaphobia

    • D.

      Iatrophobia

    Correct Answer
    A. Samhainophobia
    Explanation
    Samhainophobia is the fear of Halloween. The term "Samhain" refers to the ancient Celtic festival that marked the end of the harvest season and the beginning of winter. Halloween is believed to have originated from this festival. Therefore, Samhainophobia is the correct answer as it specifically relates to the fear of Halloween. Chionophobia is the fear of snow, Wiccaphobia is the fear of witches, and Iatrophobia is the fear of doctors or medical treatment, which are unrelated to Halloween.

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  • 8. 

    How long have Halloween traditions been around? 

    • A.

      200 BC 

    • B.

      1782 AD

    • C.

      4000 BC

    • D.

      1888 AD

    Correct Answer
    C. 4000 BC
    Explanation
    Halloween traditions have been around since 4000 BC. This suggests that people have been celebrating Halloween for thousands of years, making it one of the oldest known holidays. The fact that it dates back to 4000 BC shows that Halloween has deep historical and cultural roots, and has been passed down through generations.

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  • 9. 

    Since when did "Sexy" Halloween costumes come into mainstream fashion? 

    • A.

      1978

    • B.

      1756

    • C.

      1960

    • D.

      1950

    Correct Answer
    C. 1960
    Explanation
    In the 1960s, there was a cultural shift towards more liberal attitudes and freedom of expression. This led to the acceptance and popularity of provocative and "sexy" Halloween costumes becoming more mainstream. Prior to this time, Halloween costumes were generally more modest and traditional. The increasing influence of popular culture, media, and changing societal norms during the 1960s contributed to the rise of "sexy" Halloween costumes.

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  • 10. 

    When was the first-ever zombie walk event held? 

    • A.

      1998

    • B.

      1999

    • C.

      2000

    • D.

      2001

    Correct Answer
    C. 2000
    Explanation
    In 2000, the first-ever zombie walk event was held. This event marked the beginning of a popular trend where people dress up as zombies and walk together in a parade-like fashion. The concept of zombie walks has since gained popularity and is now organized in various cities around the world, often coinciding with Halloween or other horror-themed events.

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