Fall Trivia Questions and Answers
What better way to celebrate Fall than with a fun round of Fall themed trivia?
Whether you’re planning a classroom activity, a holiday gathering, or just want to stump your pumpkin-loving friends, these fall trivia questions and answers are a delightful way to spark some seasonal fun.
Easy Fall Trivia Questions (Great for Kids or Beginners)
Q1: What is another name for fall?
A: Autumn
Q2: What fruit is used to make traditional Halloween lanterns?
A: Pumpkin
Q3: What holiday is celebrated in the U.S. on the fourth Thursday in November?
A: Thanksgiving
Q4: What color do leaves usually turn in the fall?
A: Red, orange, yellow, and brown
Q5: What do squirrels collect in the fall to store for winter?
A: Nuts (especially acorns!)
Q6: What warm drink is often made with apples and spices during fall?
A: Apple cider
Q7: What bird is closely associated with Thanksgiving?
A: Turkey
Q8: What Fall vegetable is also known as a “gourd”?
A: Pumpkin
Q9: Which month does fall officially begin in the Northern Hemisphere?
A: September
Q10: What fall treat is made by coating apples in caramel or toffee?
A: Caramel apple (or toffee apple)
Halloween-Themed Fall Trivia
Q11: What date is Halloween celebrated each year?
A: October 31st
Q12: What are the colors traditionally associated with Halloween?
A: Orange and black
Q13: Which vegetable was originally used to make Jack-o’-lanterns before pumpkins became popular?
A: Turnips
Q14: What spooky creature is said to transform during a full moon?
A: Werewolf
Q15: What do children collect while trick-or-treating?
A: Candy
Q16: What is the name of the friendly ghost in the famous cartoon?
A: Casper
Q17: Which flying animal is often associated with haunted houses and Halloween?
A: Bat
Q18: In folklore, what kind of person can cast spells?
A: A witch
Q19: What might you say if you want candy on Halloween?
A: Trick or treat!
Q20: What monster is stitched together and brought to life by a scientist in a classic novel?
A: Frankenstein’s monster
Thanksgiving Trivia Questions
Q21: Which ship brought the Pilgrims to America in 1620?
A: The Mayflower
Q22: What Native American tribe helped the Pilgrims survive their first winter?
A: The Wampanoag
Q23: What is the name of the rock where the Pilgrims supposedly landed?
A: Plymouth Rock
Q24: What large balloon parade is held every Thanksgiving in New York City?
A: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
Q25: What sauce is made from a small red berry and often served at Thanksgiving dinner?
A: Cranberry sauce
Q26: What type of pie is most popular at Thanksgiving?
A: Pumpkin pie
Q27: What sport is often watched on Thanksgiving Day in the U.S.?
A: Football
Q28: What do people often say they are thankful for during Thanksgiving?
A: Family, health, friends, food, and more
Q29: What president made Thanksgiving a national holiday in the U.S.?
A: Abraham Lincoln
Q30: What day comes after Thanksgiving and is known for big sales?
A: Black Friday
Fall Weather and Nature Trivia
Q31: Why do leaves change color in the fall?
A: Because chlorophyll breaks down as temperatures drop and days get shorter.
Q32: What is the process of leaves falling from trees called?
A: Abscission
Q33: Which tree is famous for its brilliant red leaves in autumn?
A: Maple tree
Q34: What’s the term for animals sleeping through the winter?
A: Hibernation
Q35: What insects migrate south during the fall?
A: Monarch butterflies
Q36: What do you call the windstorm that whirls leaves into the air?
A: A leaf tornado or whirlwind
Q37: What do you call a day when temperatures feel warm during the fall season?
A: Indian summer
Q38: What is the term for the day when daytime and nighttime are nearly equal in length?
A: Autumn Equinox
Q39: What kind of birds are known for flying in a V-formation during migration?
A: Geese
Q40: What small, spiky animals begin storing food and preparing for winter in the fall?
A: Hedgehogs (especially in Europe)
Fun Fall Food Trivia
Q41: What pie is a fall favorite and made with a bright orange squash?
A: Pumpkin pie
Q42: What kind of nut is found in a Thanksgiving stuffing recipe?
A: Chestnut
Q43: What popular fall drink often includes cinnamon, nutmeg, and steamed milk?
A: Pumpkin Spice Latte
Q44: What apple variety is especially crisp and sweet, often used for baking in fall?
A: Honeycrisp
Q45: What sweet, fluffy treat made from marshmallows and sweet potatoes is popular at Thanksgiving?
A: Sweet potato casserole
Q46: What is the traditional dessert topping for many fall pies?
A: Whipped cream
Q47: What fall vegetable is often roasted and shaped like a bell?
A: Butternut squash
Q48: What grain, once called “Indian corn,” is symbolic of harvest season?
A: Maize
Q49: What is the name of the traditional corn-based bread served at fall feasts?
A: Cornbread
Weird and Wonderful Fall Trivia
Q50: What country celebrates a version of Thanksgiving called “Chuseok”?
A: South Korea
Q51: What fall-themed competition involves launching pumpkins through the air?
A: Pumpkin chunkin’ (or pumpkin launching)
Q52: What creature’s web is commonly seen glistening with dew in fall mornings?
A: Spider
Q53: In what European country is the Oktoberfest celebration held?
A: Germany
Q54: What is the term for fear of Halloween?
A: Samhainophobia
Q55: What spooky fall legend is about a headless horseman?
A: The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
Q56: What candy was voted most popular in the U.S. for Halloween in many surveys?
A: Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups
Q57: What is a popular fall outdoor activity involving navigating through corn?
A: Corn maze
Q58: What does the “harvest moon” refer to?
A: The full moon closest to the autumn equinox
Q59: What fall flower is commonly associated with mums and rich autumn colors?
A: Chrysanthemum
Whether you aced this trivia test or learned a few new fun facts, we hope you enjoyed this celebration of all things fall. From pumpkin pie to piles of leaves, this season is packed with charm.
Use these questions for a fall-themed trivia night, a classroom activity, a family game, or even to stump your friends during Thanksgiving dinner. Want to make it even more fun? Print out the questions, split into teams, and keep score.
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