Halloween Candy Trends Quiz

What is causing the shift in consumer preferences away from traditional Halloween chocolates?

• Rising cocoa prices and a preference for tart and fruity sweets

• A decrease in the popularity of Halloween

• An increase in the price of gummy candies

• A shortage of caramel and nougat

What type of candy is growing at a faster rate than chocolate?

• Caramel candy

• Gummy, fruity, and sour candy

• Wafer-filled candy

• Nougat candy

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What is one of the key things for confectionary companies to stay relevant with consumers?

• Lowering prices

• Innovating with flavors and shapes

• Increasing chocolate production

• Reducing sugar content

What is the expected spending per person on Halloween this year?

• $90.50

• $103.63

• $115.75

• $120.00

How much is projected to be spent on candy and chocolate alone this year?

• $2.5 billion

• $3.5 billion

• $4.5 billion

• $5.5 billion

Where is 75% of the world's cocoa produced?

• Brazil, Colombia, and Peru

• Ivory Coast, Ghana, Cameroon, and Nigeria

• India, China, and Vietnam

• Mexico, Guatemala, and Honduras

What is the main theme of the new Halloween treats mentioned in the passage?

• Chocolate and caramel

• Gummy and Twizzler theme

• Wafer and nougat

• Sour and spicy

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What could happen to variety packs of candy?

• Increase in weight and cost less

• Decrease in weight but cost the same

• Stay the same in weight and cost

• Increase in weight and cost more

What is one reason variety packs might be reduced in weight?

• To improve taste

• To hide changes from consumers

• To increase nutritional value

• To add more flavors

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What feeling or idea does the word "shrinkflation" suggest in this story?

• A decrease in the size or amount of a product while the price remains the same.

• A decrease in the quality of a product while the price remains the same.

• An increase in the price of a product due to inflation.

• A decrease in the demand for a product due to economic downturn.

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