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Not An Ordinary Quiz On Superstitions!

Created by oh-Kay

Fun Trivia : Quizzes : Superstitions, Magic and Phobias
Not An Ordinary Quiz On Superstitions game quiz
"Some superstitions have multiple origins; others have lost theirs over time. So, I've listed some updated facts about the subjects of the old sayings, instead of the origins. Have fun!"

15 Points Per Correct Answer - No time limit  



1. Any of these answers would probably be correct in the modern world, but according to the old superstitious rhyme "What will keep the doctor away"?
    Things you will and will not say
    Vitamins early in the day
    No insurance surely may
    An apple a day


2. According to an old wives' tale, what should you do while passing by a cemetery?
    Say 12 'Hail Marys'
    Hold your breath
    Pray for all the lost souls
    Put your thumb on your forehead and yell "Beaver!"


3. It is unlucky to wear opals, unless you were born in this month.
    April
    August
    October
    February


4. According to an old wives' tale, what will happen if you step on a crack on a sidewalk or walkway?
    You'll find a money pack.
    You'll break your mother's back.
    You'll meet a man named Jack.
    You'll cry on the way back.


5. Which one of these will NOT make your wish come true?
    Wish upon a shooting star
    Wish while knocking on wood
    Wish while throwing a coin into a well or fountain
    Wish while blowing all the candles out on your birthday cake in one breath


6. According to other old wives' tales, which of these animals is NOT considered to be good luck if it enters your home?
    a crow
    a frog
    a ladybug
    a cricket


7. It is considered unlucky for this animal to cross your path if you are in the United States, but lucky if it crosses your path in Britain. What is it?
    Red dog
    Black rat
    Black cat
    Blue bat


8. If you ever want to see a friend again, never say goodbye to them how?
    when a bat flies overhead
    when you are both mad
    while on a bridge
    during an eclipse


9. You better throw it over your shoulder if you happen to spill any!
    Sugar
    Milk
    Salt
    Rosemary


10. Three of these are actual superstitions about brooms, but one isn't. Which one is NOT a superstition about brooms.
    If you stand a broom in a corner, it will bring a stranger to visit.
    If you drop a broom, hold your nose and jump over it three times or you'll be poor.
    Never take a broom when you move or you'll take the bad luck from your previous home with you.
    If someone is sweeping the floor and sweeps over your feet, you'll never get married.

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