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This inventor's "bright idea" was to create a filament out of bamboo which would eventually lead to an incandescent lamp AKA the lightbulb
Who is Thomas Edison?
The first national park in the United States and perhaps the world. It can be found on the border of Wyoming, Montana, and Idaho and features many hot springs and geysers including "Old Faithful" as well as bountiful wildlife such as bison.
What is Yellowstone NP?
This actor, best known for his role as Tony Stark in the Marvel Cinematic Universe, has also starred in films like "Sherlock Holmes" and "Chaplin."
Who is Robert Downey Jr.?
Benjamin Franklin wanted the American National symbol not to be a bald eagle but THIS animal
What is a turkey?
The name of the terrorist attacks that took place in New York, Pennsylvania, and Washington D.C.
What is 9/11?
These brothers are famous for their experiments in Kitty Hawk, NC, which produced the first self-powered flight machine - The Airplane
Who are the Wright brothers?
This park is really just a big hole in the ground... Found in Arizona, the park features a major geographic feature carved out over millions of years by the Colorado River.
What is Grand Canyon NP?
Known for his distinctive and powerful voice, this actor has played roles such as Lucius Fox in Christopher Nolan's Batman trilogy, Thaddeus Bradley, a former magician in Now You See Me, and God in Bruce Almighty. You may also recognize his voice in documentaries like March of the Penguins.
Who is Morgan Freeman?
This team plays on every Thanksgiving Day, and it has become a tradition in the NFL.
Who are the Detroit Lions?
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This American explorer famously took “One small step for man, one giant leap for mankind” becoming the first man to set foot on the moon.
Who is Neil Armstrong?
Found in Oregon, this national park features America's deepest lake, although it was not created by the asteroid which killed the dinosaurs.
What is Crater Lake NP
This actor, famous for his early roles in "What's Eating Gilbert Grape " and "Catch Me if You Can" is now a household name for dramas such as "Killers of the Flower Moon".
Who is Leonardo DiCaprio?
This dish, made from a gourd, is often served as a popular side at Thanksgiving dinners.
What is pumpkin pie?
The election of 2000 resulted in the election of this U.S. President
Who is George W. Bush?
This great American cartoonist gained great fame for the animated short Steamboat Willie
Who is Walt Disney?
This national park in Alaska features North America's tallest and most prominent mountain.
What is Denali NP?
This comedian and actor, known for his iconic role as Clark Griswold, as a cast member on "Saturday Night Live," as well as playing Pierce in the TV series Community is famous for his physical humor and deadpan delivery.
Who is Chevy Chase?
This U.S. President moved Thanksgiving to the third Thursday in November in 1939.
Who is Franklin Roosevelt?
This popular mobile game, released in 2016, encouraged players to explore their surroundings to catch virtual creatures. Presidential candidate, Hillary Clinton, even referenced it in a campaign speech
What is Pokemon Go?
This All-American prophet founded a new and uniquely American religion, leading his followers to Illinois where he was shot and killed. They eventually settled in Salt Lake City.
Who was Joseph Smith?
This Montana national park features "Going to the Sun Road"
What is Glacier National Park?
This actress, who gained fame for her role in "The Devil Wears Prada," also received critical acclaim for her performance in "Les Misérables" and is known for her advocacy in women's rights.
Who is Anne Hathaway?
Dorcas Reilly invented this popular Thanksgiving casserole using Campbell's soup.
What is green bean casserole?
This act, passed in 2001, expanded the government's surveillance powers in response to terrorism, raising concerns about civil liberties.
What is the USA PATRIOT Act?