Question 1: Today’s image features a chimera of Notre-Dame Cathedral. Where are we?
- Paris
- Madrid
- Rome
Correct Answer: Paris
Fact: You can find this spooky architectural creature at Notre-Dame in Paris. Unlike gargoyles, which serve as waterspouts, chimeras are purely ornamental, representing mythical creatures with parts from various animals.
Question 2: Where did Halloween originate?
- Germany
- Belgium
- Ireland
Correct Answer: Ireland
Fact: Halloween draws from several ancient traditions, including the Celtic festival of Samhain. The Celts lived around 2,000 years ago in the area that includes northern France, the United Kingdom, and Ireland, the latter of which is considered to be the birthplace of Halloween.
Question 3: What Halloween movie features three witches named the Sanderson sisters?
- Hocus Pocus
- Casper
- Beetlejuice
Correct Answer: Hocus Pocus
Fact: Premiering in 1993, ‘Hocus Pocus’ has become a seasonal favorite for its blend of comedy, fantasy, and Halloween-themed fun. The story revolves around the Sanderson sisters, three witches played by Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy. Set in Salem, Massachusetts, the movie follows the sisters, who are trying to regain their youth and immortality by stealing the souls of children.