Thanksgiving History
What was the name of the main ship that the Pilgrims boarded?
The Mayflower
The most popular main course on Thanksgiving
Turkey!
What sport do most Americans like to watch on Thanksgiving?
Football
How many turkeys are consumed every year on Thanksgiving?
About 46 million
What is the name of the loose skin on a turkey's neck?
A Wattle
What year was the first Thanksgiving?
(Whoever is closest)
1621
How are potatoes typically served/ prepared on Thanksgiving?
Mashed
The name of the special (and televised) parade held in New York City every year on Thanksgiving
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Which U.S. state consumes the most turkey every year?
California
This orange vegetable is used as the most common symbol of Thanksgiving.
A pumpkin
Which current state did the pilgrims arrive in when they reached America?
Massachusetts
The most popular Thanksgiving day dessert
Pumpkin Pie
The race many people run the morning of Thanksgiving.
Turkey Trot
Which state raises the most Turkeys?
Minnesota
Also called "horn of hope," this is a cone-shaped object filled with overflowing fruits and vegatables.
A Cornucopia
How long did the first Thanksgiving last?
3 days
How many cranberries go into one can of cranberry sauce?
200 cranberries
The day after Thanksgiving where there a big sales and many people go shopping.
Black Friday
What is the most popular side dish to turkey on Thanksgiving?
Mashed potatoes
What football team always plays on Thanksgiving?
Which U.S. president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What meat is the most popular alternative to turkey?
Ham
Thanksgiving tradition of breaking this part of the Turkey in two while making a wish. The person holding the longer piece is said to be in luck.
The Wishbone
How much did the world's largest turkey weigh?
(closest number)
86 pounds
Between how many calories do Americans consume on average on Thanksgiving.
Between 3,000-4,500