Thanksgiving History
Who were the first people to celebrate Thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims
What animal is the main dish for most people on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What orange vegetable is used to make a pie on Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin
What day of the week is Thanksgiving on?
Thursday
What famous cartoon has a Thanksgiving special with Charlie Brown?
Peanuts
Which group helped the Pilgrims at the first Thanksgiving?
Native Americans
What sound does a turkey make?
Gobble, gobble
What red fruit sauce is served with turkey?
Cranberry sauce
What big parade happens on Thanksgiving morning?
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade
What does Snoopy serve for Thanksgiving dinner in the Peanuts special?
Popcorn and toast
What season of the year is Thanksgiving celebrated?
Fall (Autumn)
True or False: Turkeys can fly
True
What kind of pie is made with apples?
Apple pie
What sport do many people watch on Thanksgiving?
Football
What is the movie that features two turkeys going back in time to prevent Thanksgiving?
Free Birds
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
What part of the turkey do people pull for good luck?
The wishbone
What sweet, puffy topping goes on sweet potatoes?
Marshmallows
What do some families say before eating Thanksgiving dinner?
What they are thankful for
Which Disney movie released right before Thanksgivin?
Moana 2
What president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the red, floppy thing on a turkey’s neck called?
A wattle
What is the name of the bread-based dish that’s stuffed inside or served with a turkey?
Stuffing (or dressing)
Which U.S. President started the tradition of pardoning a turkey?
George H.W Bush
Which 2002 superhero movie features a Thanksgiving dinner?
Spider-Man