When the haunting footsteps of Halloween can be heard across the land, they often bring with them a curious carnival of creatures. But folklore has given us so many scary characters over the years, it can be difficult to keep up with who's who in the world of spooky creatures.
Do you know the difference between a ghoul and a goblin? Or a witch and a warlock?
Fortunately, BBC Bitesize has bubbled up a quiz in our cauldron to see if you can guess a wicked creature based purely on its description. Put your knowledge to the test in our spooky definitions quiz below - good luck!
This article was published in September 2023 and updated in October 2026.
