Thanksgiving Foods
How long was the first Thanksgiving celebration?
Three days
When was the first Thanksgiving football game?
1876
How did the salt and pepper welcome all the guests?
By saying, "Seasoning's greetings!"
How long did the first Thanksgiving last?
3 days
What did Dad say when he was asked to say grace?
Grace
What meats were served at the first Thanksgiving celebration?
Venison, swan, duck and goose were likely—not turkey!
When was the first Thanksgiving NFL game?
1920
What makes every Thanksgiving meal extra-basic?
Pumpkin spice.
What was missing from the first Thanksgiving feast?
Turkey
Why did Mom's turkey seasoning taste a little off last year?
She ran out of thyme.
What seafood was served at the first Thanksgiving feast?
Lobster, oysters, fish and possibly eel
How many women were at the very first Thanksgiving celebration?
5
Why were the beans accused of being jealous of the other side dishes?
They were so green.
Where was the first Thanksgiving in the U.S.?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
What was the turkey suspected of?
Fowl play.
Who was the first President to pardon a turkey?
John F. Kennedy
Which President made Thanksgiving a permanent national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
Why did the turkey bring a microphone to dinner?
He was ready for a roast.
Which President declared two Thanksgivings in one year?
James Madison
Why were the beans accused of being jealous of the other side dishes?
They were so green.
How many calories on average are consumed, per person, at Thanksgiving
4,500
Which President first ordered a national day of Thanksgiving?
George Washington
What's a turkey's favorite dessert?
Apple gobbler.
Which President officially made Thanksgiving the fourth Thursday of every November?
Franklin Delano Roosevelt
What's a running turkey called?
Fast food.