Traditions
What does a broken wishbone symbolize?
Good luck
True or False: only male turkeys gobble
True!
Where did the Pilgrims first land when arriving on America’s shores?
Provincetown, Massachusetts
What meat is the most popular alternative to turkey on Thanksgiving?
Ham
True or False: Green bean casserole was invented by a Campbell Soup employee.
True!
What professional football team has played almost every Thanksgiving since 1934?
Detroit Lions
What happens to the turkeys that are pardoned by the president each year?
The turkeys pardoned by the president go on to live fulfilled lives
Where did the Pilgrims settle?
Though the Mayflower initially landed off the coast of Cape Cod, they ultimately settled in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Statistically, what is Americans' favorite Thanksgiving side dish?
Stuffing
What’s a turducken?
A combination of turkey, duck, and chicken
What city is home to the biggest & oldest Thanksgiving parade?
Philadelphia
Can Turkeys Fly?
Yes!
Which Native American friend to the settlers acted as an interpreter?
Squanto
Which state produces the most cranberries?
Wisconsin
What exactly does green bean casserole consist of?
Green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and french fried onions
When is Thanksgiving in the United States & when is Thanksgiving in Canada?
US: 4th Thursday in November
Canada: 2nd Monday in October
What is an adult male turkey called?
A tom
What was on the menu of the first Thanksgiving?
The Wampanoag people brought venison, goose, duck, fish, and porridge or bread made from corn. No turkey!
How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh?
About 15 pounds
What’s the most popular alcoholic drink for Thanksgiving dinner?
Red wine
What countries celebrate Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving is a national holiday celebrated on various dates in the United States, Canada, Grenada, Saint Lucia, Liberia, and unofficially in countries like Brazil and the Philippines
What is an adult female turkey called?
A hen
When did America first call for a national Thanksgiving?
In 1789, George Washington called for national day of thanks on the last Thursday of November to commemorate the end of the Revolutionary War and the ratification of the Constitution.
Do the majority of Americans prefer Thanksgiving leftovers to Thanksgiving dinner?
Yes! About 80%
How many pumpkin pies are consumed each Thanksgiving in the US?
About 50 million