Thanksgiving History
What month is Thanksgiving celebrated in?
November
What bird is traditionally eaten on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What is another word for a big meal?
Feast
In which city is the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade held?
New York City
True or False: Turkey was definitely served at the first Thanksgiving.
False (historians aren’t sure)
What day of the week is Thanksgiving celebrated on?
Thursday
What dessert is made from pumpkins?
Pumpkin pie
What do people often say they feel on Thanksgiving?
Thankful / Grateful
Which cartoon dog often appears in Thanksgiving parades?
Snoopy
What’s the name of the ship the Pilgrims arrived on?
The Mayflower
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
What do many Americans watch on TV in the morning of Thanksgiving?
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
What word describes food left after a meal?
Leftovers
What famous American sitcom has several Thanksgiving episodes (with Joey and the turkey on his head)?
Friends
What U.S. state produces the most turkeys?
Minnesota
What group of people celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
What sport do many families watch on Thanksgiving?
American football
What is the word for “a special custom or way of celebrating”?
Tradition
Which U.S. official “pardons” a turkey every year?
The President of the United States
How many turkey do Americans eat on Thanksgiving
46 Million
Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the Friday after Thanksgiving called?
Black Friday
What word means “to collect food from the fields after it grows”?
Harvest
What was the first NFL Team to host an American Football game on Thanksgiving
The Detroit Lions
How long was the first Thanksgiving celebration?
3 days