About Black Friday
Black Friday takes place the day after which American holiday?
Thanksgiving!
True or False: Black Friday marks the official start of the holiday shopping season?
True!
True or False: Black Friday has grown to be a worldwide event?
True!
While it started in North America, it is now observed by countries in Europe, Asia, South America, and Australia.
Bestbuy sells a 50" Smart TV ordinarily for $399!
How much do you think it is priced at during Black Friday?
$299!
Which country did Black Friday originate?
The United States!
What is the #1 most commonly purchased item on Black Friday?
Televisions!
True or False: Black Friday originally got its name because of people's disliking for the day
True!
"Black Friday" was used negatively as people (especially police) disliked the crowds, business, and chaos caused by all the sales.
A knee-length, insulated, windproof winter coat is normally priced at $200
How much do you think it is listed for on Black Friday?
$150!
True or False: Black Friday is the busiest shopping day of the year?
True!
What kinds of products (eg. furniture, apparel, cosmetics, electronics, etc) are the most purchased on Black Friday?
Electronics!
Last year, electronics purchases made up 26% of all Black Friday sales.
Why do businesses call it "Black Friday"?
to signify the increase of profits due to large amounts of shoppers, taking their earnings from the red (loss) into black (profits).
A large, stainless steel dishwasher with all the buttons and settings is normally sold for $599.
How much do you think it is priced at for Black Friday?
$399!
That's $200 in savings!
What is the next big sale day that follows Black Friday?
Cyber Monday!
If you missed the chance for in-store shopping, Cyber Monday is a day for online shopping deals.
Last year, how much did American stores earn across the country from Black Friday shoppers?
It is estimated that across the country, there was $20 billion worth of shopping done on last year's Black Friday.
When did Black Friday first originate?
Post-Thanksgiving sales to attract shoppers first began in the 1930s but became a nationally recognized day in the 1980s.
A five star vacation package to a Mexico resort for 7-days normally costs $2500
How much do you think this vacation costs on sale for Black Friday?
$1650!
That's $850 in savings