Fall brings a little something for everyone: cooler evenings, football, Halloween, Thanksgiving, firepits, and a good excuse to pour something seasonal.
It’s also one of those times of year filled with traditions, odd facts, and questions we all think we probably know the answer to.
So we put together a little Madda Fella Fall Trivia.
Before we get started, pour yourself something good. Our Maple Old Fashioned is an easy fall favorite — simple, seasonal, and perfect for sipping while you work through the quiz.
Alright, drink in hand? Let’s see how much you know about fall.
Madda Fella Fall Trivia Quiz
1. What country is most commonly associated with the origins of carving jack-o’-lanterns?
A. Scotland
B. Ireland
C. Germany
D. England
2. Before pumpkins became the go-to, what did people commonly carve?
A. Turnips
B. Apples
C. Potatoes
D. Beets
3. What is a young male turkey called?
A. Jake
B. Jimmy
C. Joey
D. Jerry
4. What is a young female turkey called?
A. Jenny
B. Jill
C. Julie
D. Jessie
5. Candy corn was originally marketed under what name?
A. Harvest Bites
B. Chicken Feed
C. Corn Treats
D. Autumn Candy
6. What usually happens when you place a pumpkin in water?
A. It sinks
B. It floats
C. It breaks apart
D. It shrinks
7. Which cocktail is traditionally made with bourbon or rye, bitters, sugar, and orange?
A. Manhattan
B. Old Fashioned
C. Whiskey Sour
D. Mint Julep
8. What is wassail traditionally?
A. A spiced hot drink
B. A type of cider donut
C. A harvest dance
D. A Thanksgiving side dish
9. Which tree is known for holding onto its leaves especially late into the season?
A. Oak
B. Birch
C. Poplar
D. Maple
10. What can happen to wet hay bales if enough heat builds up inside?
A. They can freeze
B. They can shrink
C. They can spontaneously combust
D. They can harden
Time’s Up
Pencils down.
If you got them all right, impressive. If not, we’ll assume you were distracted by the snacks — or the Maple Old Fashioned.
Either way, fall is a good excuse to slow down, gather with friends, and enjoy the season.
Cheers.
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