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What do most people have for Thanksgiving?
a) Tamales
b) Turkey
c) Chicken
Turkey
Most people in the United States have a traditional roast turkey accompanied by mashed potatoes, stuffing or dressing, gravy, cranberry sauce, and pie for Thanksgiving.
Which U.S. city is known for its annual Thanksgiving Day parade?
a) New York City
b) Los Angeles
c) Chicago
New York City!
New York City is famous for hosting the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
What are the four colors typically associated with Thanksgiving?
a) Red, Orange, Yellow and White
b) Red, Orange, Green and Brown
c) Red, Orange, Yellow and Brown
Red, Orange, Yellow and Brown
The four colors typically associated with Thanksgiving are red, orange, yellow, and brown. Red: Stands for fall leaves and cranberries. Orange: Stands for pumpkins and squash. Yellow: Stands for corn, maize, and fading sunlight. Brown: Stands for the roasted turkey and the rich earth.
What pie is considered the classic dessert for Thanksgiving?
a) Pumpkin Pie
b) Apple Pie
c) Both a and b
Pumpkin Pie
Pumpkin pie is widely considered the ultimate classic dessert for Thanksgiving.
What phrase is often used as a toast at Friendsgiving?
a) To Friendship
b) To Family
c) To Being Thankful
To Friendship
Because Friendsgiving focuses on celebrating gratitude with close friends rather than traditional relatives, toasts often highlight this theme of friendship.
Once cooked, how long can turkey sit before it should be refrigerated?
a) No longer than 2 hours
b) No longer than 3 hours
c) No longer than 4 hours
No longer than 2 hours
Cooked turkey should not sit out at room temperature for more than two hours before it goes into the refrigerator. If the room or outdoor temperature is above 90°F (32°C), that safe limit drops to just one hour.
What famous Thanksgiving parade is often playing in the background?
a) The Sear's Parade
b) The Target Parade
c) The Macy's Parade
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The famous Thanksgiving parade playing in the background of many homes is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. It began in 1924 and airs every Thanksgiving morning. Millions watch it on television on NBC and CBS.
How long do wild turkeys live on average?
a) 3-5 years
b) 6-7 years
c) 5-7 years
3-5 years
Wild turkeys live an average of 3 to 5 years in the wild. While rare, some wild turkeys can survive up to 10 years or more. (The oldest documented wild turkey lived to be roughly 15 years old).
How many days did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
a) 2 days
b) 3 days
c) 4 days
3 days
The first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 lasted for three days. The multi-day gathering included 53 Pilgrims and 90 Wampanoag Native Americans, led by Chief Massasoit.
What is “Friendsgiving”?
a) A Thanksgiving-style meal celebrated with coworkers instead of (or in addition to) family.
b) A Thanksgiving-style meal celebrated with strangers instead of (or in addition to) family.
c) A Thanksgiving-style meal celebrated with friends instead of (or in addition to) family.
A Thanksgiving-style meal celebrated with friends instead of (or in addition to) family.
That definition describes Friendsgiving, a popular modern tradition where people gather for a festive meal with their chosen family. Generally more relaxed, casual, and focused on fun than a formal family dinner.
What popular side dish is made from orange root vegetables?
a) Mash Potatoes
b) Mixed Vegetables
c) Sweet Potatoes
Sweet Potatoes
Glazed or roasted carrots and sweet potatoes are popular side dishes made from orange root vegetables. You can also make Tzimmes, a traditional Jewish sweet stew or casserole made with carrots, sweet potatoes, and dried fruit.
What do guests often bring if they are not skilled cooks?
a) Turkey
b) Decorations
c) Desserts
Desserts
Guests who do not know how to cook often bring store-bought desserts, snacks, and drinks.
What is the name of the horn-shaped basket filled with fruits and vegetables commonly associated with Thanksgiving?
a) Cornucopia
b) Cornupatia
c) Cornupation
Cornucopia
The horn-shaped basket filled with fruits and vegetables is called a cornucopia. It is also known as the "horn of plenty." It represents abundance, prosperity, and a successful harvest. People use it as a decorative centerpiece during Thanksgiving meals.
What do people often do together around the table besides eating during Thanksgiving dinner?
a) Go around huging family and friends.
b) Go around saying grace.
c) Go around saying what they are thankful for.
Go around saying what they are thankful for.
During Thanksgiving dinner, people often share what they are grateful for around the table before eating the meal.
How many pumpkin pies do Americans eat on Thanksgiving Day?
a) Around 50 million
b) Around 55 million
c) Around 60 million
Around 50 million
Approximately 50 million pumpkin pies are consumed every Thanksgiving in the United States. The largest pumpkin pie ever recorded weighed a massive 2,020 pounds and measured over 12 feet long.
Which common Thanksgiving item was likely not served at the first feast due to low sugar supplies?
a) Gravy
b) Cranberry Sauce
c) Ham
Cranberry Sauce
Cranberry sauce and pumpkin pie were both notably missing from the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621 due to depleted or nonexistent sugar supplies.
How long is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route?
a) 1.5 miles
b) 2.5 miles
c) 3.5 miles
2.5 miles
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route is 2.5 miles long.
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
a) 1706
b) 1606
c) 1621
1621
The traditional first Thanksgiving took place in 1621, when the Pilgrims of Plymouth Colony and the Wampanoag people shared a harvest feast in present-day Massachusetts.
How fast can a wild turkey run?
a) Up to 20 mph
b) Up to 25 mph
c) Up to 30 mph
Up to 25 mph
Wild turkeys can run at speeds up to 25 miles per hour (40 km/h) in short bursts. They reach top speeds of 18 to 25 miles per hour on the ground when escaping danger. They can also fly in short, fast bursts up to 55 miles per hour.
Approximately what percentage of American households eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
a) 90%
b) 88%
c) 75%
88%
Approximately 88% of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving. Americans eat about 46 million turkeys on Thanksgiving day alone. The average whole turkey purchased for the holiday weighs about 15 to 16 pounds.
What is a lighthearted rule many Friendsgiving groups and Regular Thanksgiving use to avoid arguments?
a) Give thanks.
b) No gossip.
c) No politics.
No Politics
The most popular lighthearted rule used to keep the peace during holiday gatherings is banning specific "hot-button" topics (like politics, religion, or personal relationship statuses) and enforcing it with a humorous penalty, most notably a "Swear Jar" style fine or a designated "Safe Word."
Roughly, how many people attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York each year?
a) 3.5 million people
b) 2.3 million people
c) 1.8 million people
3.5 million people
About 3.5 million people attend the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in person in New York City each year. Tens of millions more (typically between 30 million and 50 million) watch the broadcast from home.
How many turkeys are prepared for Thanksgiving in the United States each year?
a) About 50 million
b) About 46 million
c) About 35 million
About 46 million
An estimated 46 million turkeys are prepared and consumed for Thanksgiving in the United States each year. Thanksgiving is followed by about 22 million turkeys consumed at Christmas and 19 million at Easter. The U.S. raises over 200 million turkeys total each year across multiple states like Minnesota, North Carolina, and Arkansas.
How many feathers does an average adult turkey have?
a) About 5,000-6,000
b) About 8,000
c) About 9,000-10,000
About 5,000-6,000
An adult turkey has 5,000 to 6,000 feathers covering its body. Feathers grow in specific rows called feather tracts (pterylae) rather than uniformly all over the body. Many feathers have an iridescent sheen that reflects bronze, copper, and green light.
Friendsgiving became widely popular during which decade?
a) The 2010's
b) The 2020's
c) Since the early 1900's
The 2010's
Friendsgiving became widely popular during the 2010s. The term gained national attention around 2011 through ad campaigns and television shows. Google search data shows the term began circulating widely and became a cultural staple starting around 2013.