[For Seniors] Let’s have fun with October trivia and fun facts quizzes!

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Leveraging my experience working as a care worker at a day service, I am currently active as a writer in the caregiving and welfare fields. Beyond writing, I hope to expand my work into web design and illustration. I am a mother of three who has begun studying to become a certified social worker.

With its mild climate, October is a comfortable time of year.

For some older adults, it’s also a season that makes it easier to get moving, which might inspire them to try something new.

What’s more, October brings events like autumn festivals and Halloween.

So here are some fun trivia and quizzes perfect for enjoying this pleasant month of October.

These quizzes focus on October—seasonal foods, commemorative days, and more—so you can feel the season as you solve the questions.

Have fun and liven things up with these entertaining October trivia and tidbits!

[For Seniors] Let’s Have Fun with October Trivia and Fun Facts Quizzes! (21–30)

What would you put inside the jack-o’-lantern for Halloween decorations?

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candle

The jack-o’-lantern, a classic Halloween decoration, is an ornament made by hollowing out a pumpkin and placing a candle inside to light it. It not only serves to illuminate dark places, but also carries the meaning of warding off evil spirits and expresses the wish to protect families and children.

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Why is it called “autumn, the season of appetite”?

Autumn is often called the season for the arts and for sports—a time when it’s easy to be active.

Freed from the intense heat of summer, people are naturally driven by the kinder climate that’s easier on both body and mind.

The same goes for the “season of appetite”: the hunger that waned in summer returns, and with all the flavors of fall—grapes, pears, Pacific saury, sweet potatoes, and so on—our appetites only grow.

From a physiological perspective, as it gets colder the body tries to maintain its temperature by burning fat, which raises metabolism and naturally makes us feel hungry.

In any case, it’s the season when we want to enjoy lots of delicious food.

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[For Older Adults] Let’s Have Fun with October Trivia and Fun Facts Quizzes! (31–40)

In Ireland, there is a tradition of drinking a beverage called “Lambs wool” on Halloween. What fruit is it made from?

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Apple

Ireland is known as the birthplace of Halloween, and there, a traditional drink called lambswool made with apples has long been enjoyed. It’s a beverage based on cider—beer made from apples—crafted so that even those who aren’t fond of alcohol can enjoy it easily.

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What is the approximate temperature at which the autumn leaves start to change color?

When it comes to autumn, viewing the changing leaves is an essential event, and seeing the mountains turn vivid colors really makes you feel the change of seasons.

So, what temperatures are required for the leaves to start changing? We tend to picture autumn foliage as occurring right before winter—maybe not quite winter, but during a chilly period—so you might be able to guess.

The answer is 8°C.

It’s said that foliage begins when the minimum temperature starts to fall below this level, and once it starts dipping below 5 to 6°C, the coloring progresses rapidly.

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What is the name of the solar term that marks the time when nights grow longer and cold dew forms on plants in the early morning?

When October begins, unlike September when we could still feel the heat, the number of days that feel chilly increases, doesn’t it? Is everyone avoiding going out lightly dressed and catching a cold? Autumn also brings big temperature swings throughout the day, so please be careful not to get sick.

Here’s a question that’s perfect for October.

What is the name of the solar term during which the nights grow longer and cold dew forms on plants in the early morning? The answer is “Kanro” (Cold Dew).

As I mentioned, the temperature differences become more extreme at this time, but the air is also clearer.

The moon looks beautiful, so be sure to look up at the night sky.

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