Food Facts
How many turkey's are consumed each year on Thanksgiving in the US?
~46 Million Turkeys
Maize was a popular crop among Native American tribes. What is maize?
corn
What year was the first Thanksgiving?
October 1621
True or False: A US president was once gifted a live raccoon on Thanksgiving
True: President Coolidge was gifted a live raccoon on Thanksgiving
Name another country that celebrates Thanksgiving other than the United States.
Canada, Germany, Austria, Switzerland, The Netherlands, Grenada, Japan, Liberia, the UK, Brazil
What is the national average cost for a 15 lb thanksgiving turkey?
$34.15
What was the name of the boat that brought the pilgrims over to America in 1620?
The Mayflower
How many days did the first Thanksgiving last?
3 Days
When in November is Thanksgiving celebrated each year in the United States? (Hint: It is not a specific date in November)
The fourth Thursday in November
When in October is Thanksgiving celebrated each year in Canada? (Hint: It is not a specific date)
2nd Tuesday in October
How much do American's spend on canned cranberry sauce every year on Thanksgiving?
$42,000,000
What state did the pilgrim's land on the shore of when they made it to America?
Massachusetts
What was the purpose/reason for celebrating the first Thanksgiving?
Celebrating the first successful autumn harvest in the New World
What percentage of Americans feast on Turkey every Thanksgiving?
88%
What is typically served in Japanese homes during their Thanksgiving celebration?
Fish, rice, and tea
How much do Americans spend on seasoned breadcrumbs every year for Thanksgiving?
$96,000,000
Why did the pilgrims make the journey to America?
To escape religious persecution / have religious freedom
Contrary to popular belief, turkey was not served at the first Thanksgiving. What meat was served instead?
Deer and Seafood
Which US president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
Which Country celebrates Thanksgiving as a carnival in the streets after a church celebration?
Brazil
According to national surveys, what are the top 3 most common foods on every Thanksgiving dinner table in the US?
2)Mashed Potatoes
3)Stuffing/Dressing
Which group of Native Americans shared the first Thanksgiving celebration with the pilgrims?
Wampanoag Tribe
How many pilgrims were in attendance at the first Thanksgiving?
50 Pilgrims according to records
Which US president tried changing the date of Thanksgiving?
Franklin Roosevelt. He tried bumping it up one week earlier during the Great Depression to give Americans more time for Christmas shopping.
Which country calls its Thanksgiving day celebration Erntedankfest?
Germany