Autumn Quiz: 20 Questions from Leaves to Legends ๐
Start easy, finish strong — can you master autumn?
The evenings are drawing in, jumpers are back on, and the scent of apple tart hangs in the air — autumn has well and truly arrived.
This quiz starts gently with falling leaves, builds through harvest traditions and folklore, and then turns… just a little trickier. By the end, you’ll face a proper cruncher. The only question is — how far will you make it?
Tap each answer to reveal it — keep score as you go!
Warming Up ☀️ (Q1–5)
Q1: What date marks the autumn equinox in the Northern Hemisphere, give or take a day? 22–23 September ๐
Q2: Which small woodland creature spends autumn busily collecting and storing acorns for winter? Squirrel ๐ฟ️
Q3: Sticky fingers and all — which dark purple fruit is picked in Irish hedgerows each autumn for jam (and the odd cheeky snack)? Blackberries ๐
Q4: Which autumn holiday is also known as “All Hallows’ Eve,” when spooky vibes take over? Halloween ๐๐ป
Q5: Conkers — a playground classic — come from which type of tree? Horse chestnut ๐ฐ
You’re rustling through nicely, let’s get deeper into the harvest pile ๐พ.
In the Zone ๐ค️ (Q6–13)
Q6: As children, we’d try to catch falling leaves — according to folklore, what does catching one bring? Good luck for the year ๐
Q7: What’s the name of the full moon closest to the autumn equinox? Harvest Moon ๐
Q8: Munich’s famous Oktoberfest actually begins in which month? September ๐ป
Q9: In Japan, the autumn tradition of kลyล (็ด ่) celebrates what natural spectacle? Colourful autumn leaves ๐
Q10: In the U.S., carved Halloween pumpkins were originally made from which root vegetable? Turnip ๐
Q11: What’s the Irish name for Halloween, rooted in ancient Celtic tradition? Samhain
Q12: After feasting through autumn, the hedgehog settles down — what are the sharp spines on its back called? Quills ๐ฆ
Q13: Samhain marks the “dark half” of the year — which spring festival marks the “light half”? Bealtaine (Beltane)
Harvest gathered? Things are about to get a little less certain…
Pressure’s On ๐ก️ (Q14–19)
Q14: You’ve likely seen the swirling autumn “murmurations” — which bird creates these before migrating south? Starling ๐ฆ
Q15: Which U.S. state, nicknamed “The Land of Enchantment,” hosts a famous autumn Balloon Fiesta? New Mexico ๐
Q16: During China’s Mid-Autumn Festival, which sweet treat is shared while admiring the full moon? Mooncakes ๐๐ฅฎ
Q17: Which soft brownish-orange colour shares its name with a nocturnal owl and autumn leaves? Tawny ๐๐ฆ
Q18: In Mexico, which vibrant festival on 1–2 November honours ancestors with altars, marigolds, and sugar skulls? Dรญa de los Muertos ๐๐ผ
Q19: In Greek mythology, which goddess of the harvest was honoured to ensure a bountiful crop? Demeter ๐ฟ๐
Final stretch! ๐จ One question stands between you and glory.
Spicy Finale ๐ฅ๐ถ️๐ถ️๐ถ️
Q20: No hints. No mercy. In Norse mythology, which mighty tree sheds golden leaves in autumn, symbolising the cycle of life and death? Yggdrasil ๐ณ✨
All answers are correct at the time of writing — quiz at your own risk ๐
Check your score
All 20 answers revealed? Let’s see how your autumn instincts held up…
17–20: Autumn Oracle ๐ฎ๐
You’re in tune with the season — from Japanese maples to moonlit harvests. Autumn doesn’t just arrive… it listens to you.
10–16: Harvest Hero ๐พ
A strong showing! You’ve got a keen eye for traditions, folklore, and the turning of the seasons.
0–9: Leaf Kicker ๐๐
No pressure, you’re here for the crisp air, crunchy leaves, and cosy vibes. The knowledge will follow. Keep going.
So… where does that put you in the grand scheme of things?
๐ Quiz Finished! Great Work!
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