History
On this date in history, the Berlin Wall came down. Which is it?
November 9th, 1989
American astronomer Edwin Hubble was born in November of 1889. He pioneered the concept of an expanding universe. What telescope was named in his honor?
The Hubble Space Telescope
What major American sports event happens on the first Tuesday of November?
New York City Marathon
Which U.S. region often sees its first snowfalls in November?
Midwest and Northeast U.S.
In 1976, the FDA banned this color dye No. 2, citing studies that it was carcinogenic.
What is red?
How many turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving
Americans eat an estimated 46 million turkeys on Thanksgiving, and the state of Minnesota raises the most.
Who was elected president of the United States on November 6, 1860?
Abraham Lincoln
Who painted the Sistine Chapel? It first went on display on November 1, 1512.
Michelangelo
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade takes place in what city?
New York City
Which migratory birds are known to fly south during November?
Geese and ducks
Trademarked in 1986, the name turducken refers to a specific method of combining these three meats.
What are turkey, duck, and chicken? The dish was reportedly invented by chef Paul Prudhomme in the 1970s.
In what year on November 1st was the European Union established?
1993
On November 2nd, 1889, these two states officially became the 39th and 40th U.S. states. What were they?
North and South Dakota
What popular U.S. football event typically happens on Thanksgiving?
NFL Thanksgiving Day games
Which tree species commonly changes to vibrant red and orange in November?
Maple
Despite unclear origins (either invented in Italy or New York), this tomato-cream sauce made with this alcohol remains a favorite for penne lovers.
What is vodka?
On November 4, 1922, whose tomb was discovered in Egypt by British archaeologist Howard Carter?
King Tut
On November 19, 1863 what famous speech was given by the President of the United States?
The Gettysburg Address
Which music awards show is commonly held in November?
American Music Awards
What is a traditional fall crop harvested in early November in many parts of the U.S.?
Squash or pumpkins
1973 saw the beginning of this science, often used in food production, in which an organism’s DNA is manipulated to alter its traits or produce desired characteristics
What is genetic engineering?
On November 19-20, 1990, leaders of NATO and the Warsaw Pact signed a Treaty on Conventional Forces in Europe. What war did this effectively end?
The Cold War
Margaret Mitchell was born in November 1900. What novel about the American Civil War did she write?
Gone With the Wind
In what month is the National Book Awards ceremony usually held?
November
What meteor shower peaks in November?
Leonid meteor shower
In 1977, this New York town declared an annual “Chicken Wing Day” to honor a spicy invention by Teressa Bellissimo.
What is Buffalo?
On November 13, 1956, the U.S. Supreme Court ruled that racial segregation was unconstitutional on what?
Public buses
This famous British Prime Minister was born in November of 1874. His speeches and strategies carried England through World War II.
Winston Churchill
Which iconic rock star, lead singer of Queen, was born on November 5, 1946?
Freddie Mercury
What’s the average high temperature in New York City during November?
Around 55°F (13°C)
In 1986, Swanson frozen dinners swapped out metal trays for plastic ones, in order to be cooked in this device
What is the microwave?
On November 7, 1944 this president was elected to an unprecedented fourth term. He died less than a year later on April 12, 1945.
President Franklin D. Roosevelt
The largest antiwar protest occurred on November 15, 1969 in Washington D.C. What war were people protesting?
The Vietnam War
What Microsoft co-founder was born on November 20, 1955?
Bill Gates
What does the Old Farmer’s Almanac often predict for November?
Early snow, cooler temps
Was turkey the first dish at the first Thanksgiving?
Instead, the meal was more likely to include venison, seafood (like lobster and clams), and geese.
On November 22nd, 1963, this beloved president was assassinated.
President John F. Kennedy
On November 9, 1965, a tripped circuit breaker knocked out power to over 30 million people (one-sixth of the population). What was this called?
The Great Blackout
What baseball Hall of Famer known as “The Iron Man” was born November 14, 1960?
Warren G. Harding
What is a common term for the early winter chill that begins in November?
"November chill” or “cold snap"
Was there pie at the first Thanksgiving?
The first Thanksgiving feast did not include any pies, as there was no sugar or flour to make them. Pumpkins were likely served, but probably stewed with vinegar and currants, not baked into pies.
Five brothers from Iowa sunk with the cruiser USS Juneau. It was hit by a Japanese torpedo on November 13, 1942. What regulation was changed by the Navy following their deaths?
It was prohibited to have close relatives serving on the same ship.
On November 26, 1789, George Washington declared the first American holiday. What was it?
Thanksgiving Day
What late-night talk show host, known for “The Tonight Show,” was born on November 18, 1950?
Jay Leno
What was the coldest recorded temp recorded in the U.S. in the month of November
Prospect Creek Camp, Alaska -41.1∘F
The first TV dinner was created when?
The first TV dinner was created by Swanson in 1953 after they had an excess of 260 tons of leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.