Columbus Day
When is Columbus Day celebrated?
The second Monday of October
What is another name for Halloween?
All Hallows’ Eve
How old do you have to be to vote in America?
18
What is the primary purpose of Veterans Day?
To honor all military veterans who have served in the U.S. Armed Forces
Where did the Pilgrims celebrate the first Thanksgiving?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
In what year did Christopher Columbus arrive in the Americas?
1492
What popular cartoon ghost has appeared in dozens of films, TV series and comic books?
Casper the Friendly Ghost
In 1920, the 19th amendment gave who the right to vote?
Women
When is Veterans Day Celebrated?
November 11th
Which US president issued the first Thanksgiving proclamation?
George Washington
What is the updated holiday name instead of Columbus Day?
Indigenous Peoples' Day
Before pumpkins, which root vegetables did the Irish and Scottish carve on Halloween?
Turnips
The 15th amendment ratified in 1870 granted who the right to vote?
African American Men
When Veterans Day was originally established, what was its name?
Armistice Day
Where was the first Thanksgiving Day parade in the US held?
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
What were the names of the 3 ships Columbus brought on his voyage?
The Nina, The Pinta and the Santa Maria
What is another name for a witch’s kettle or pot?
A cauldron
When were secret ballots introduced into Election day?
1890s
Why is the apostrophe intentionally left out of the spelling of this holiday?
It is not owned by the Veterans, it is a day to honor then collectively
Which NFL team has played the most games on Thanksgiving Day?
The Detroit Lions
Which country sponsored Columbus's voyages?
Spain
Which Halloween candy was originally referred to as chicken feed?
Candy corn
When is Election Day Held?
On the first Tuesday AFTER the first Monday in November
What significant event does Veterans Day commemorate?
Veterans Day marks the armistice signed on November 11, 1918, which ended World War I at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month.
What is the name of the horn-shaped basket filled with fruits and vegetables that's commonly associated with Thanksgiving?
A cornucopia