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Friday the 13th Quiz

by Amelie PaniaguaPublished: June 8, 2026

Friday the 13th has long been shrouded in mystery and superstition, captivating the imaginations of many. From ancient myths to modern-day horror films, this date has a rich tapestry of intriguing tales and beliefs. Whether you’re a trivia buff or just curious about the lore, this quiz will challenge your understanding of all things related to Friday the 13th. Let’s see how much you really know!
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Friday the 13th Quiz
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1. What is the fear of Friday the 13th called?
This phobia has a specific name.

Friday the 13th Quiz Questions Overview

1. What is the fear of Friday the 13th called?

Triskaidekaphobia
Paraskevidekatriaphobia
Hexakosioihexekontahexaphobia
Phobophobia

2. Which famous horror movie franchise is associated with Friday the 13th?

Halloween
A Nightmare on Elm Street
Friday the 13th
The Texas Chainsaw Massacre

3. In which year was the original ‘Friday the 13th’ movie released?

1978
1980
1982
1984

4. Which historical figure was arrested on Friday the 13th, 1307?

Joan of Arc
William Wallace
Jacques de Molay
Guy Fawkes

5. Which famous American author was born on Friday the 13th?

Stephen King
Edgar Allan Poe
H.P. Lovecraft
Alfred Hitchcock

6. How many Friday the 13ths can occur in one calendar year?

1
2
3
4

7. Which number is traditionally considered unlucky in Western cultures, contributing to the superstition of Friday the 13th?

7
9
11
13

8. In Norse mythology, which god is associated with the origin of the superstition surrounding the number 13?

Thor
Odin
Loki
Baldur

9. Which famous ship sank on its maiden voyage, contributing to the superstition of Friday the 13th?

RMS Lusitania
RMS Titanic
HMS Bounty
SS Edmund Fitzgerald

10. Which famous American skyscraper has no 13th floor?

Empire State Building
Chrysler Building
One World Trade Center
Rockefeller Center

11. Which popular TV show featured an episode titled ‘Friday the 13th’?

The X-Files
Supernatural
Buffy the Vampire Slayer
Stranger Things

12. In which European country is Tuesday the 13th considered unlucky instead of Friday the 13th?

Spain
Italy
France
Germany

13. Which famous American president had a strong belief in the superstition of Friday the 13th?

George Washington
Thomas Jefferson
Abraham Lincoln
Franklin D. Roosevelt

14. Which famous British rock band released a song titled ‘Friday the 13th’?

Led Zeppelin
Black Sabbath
The Rolling Stones
Queen

15. In which country is the fear of Friday the 13th less prevalent, with the number 4 being considered more unlucky?

China
Japan
South Korea
India
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