Thanksgiving Foods
The most popular main dish on Thanksgiving
turkey
What sport do Americans like to play and watch on Thanksgiving day?
football
The orange vegetable commonly used as a symbol of Thanksgiving
pumpkin
The name of the ship the Pilgrims boarded to start their journey to Plymouth, Massachusetts
the Mayflower
Name a vegetable served at the first Thanksgiving.
potatoes beans peas
carrots
squash
other vegetables
What species is a turkey?
A bird.
"What key has legs and can't open a door?"
A Turkey
The way people typically prepare potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner
mashed potatoes
What do you call the special parade held in New York City for Thanksgiving?
Macy's Day Parade
The English people who came to the United States in 1620 for religious freedom
the Pilgrims
Eating turkey makes you sleepy or tired. True or False.
True, turkey meat contains tryptophan which can make you sleepy.
How many school days are now holidays before Thanksgiving?
Five.
How much does a turkey usually weigh, on average?
12-20 pounds
Why did they let the turkey join the band?
Because he had his own drumsticks
Which type of fruit is used traditionally in Thanksgiving pies?
Pumpkins or apples
Who was the president that made Thanksgiving a permanent national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
The indigenous people of North America who are a common symbol of Thanksgiving
the Native Americans or the Wampanoag tribe
What holiday follows Thanksgiving?
Christmas
What happens at the table before most families in America begin to eat their Thanksgiving feast?
We pray, say grace, and carve the turkey.
What do you call a group of turkeys?
What happened to the turkey that got in a fight?
He got the stuffing knocked out of him!
What meat is the most popular alternative to turkey on Thanksgiving?
ham
In what season do we celebrate Thanksgiving?
Fall, autumn
Thanksgiving Day has a symbol that is usually associated with this holiday. What is it?
A turkey.
If you have three turkeys cooking in the oven for Thanksgiving dinner, how many people will eat a turkey leg?
6-each turkey has 2 legs.
Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving?
To give thanks for our many blessings and to spend time with our families.
Where do you put a turkey to cook it?
Usually on a roasting pan in the oven.
What do you call a running turkey?
Fast Food
What do you call the red berry that is often served on Thanksgiving?
Cranberry.
What do most people do after Thanksgiving dinner?
Watch football, play games, nap, walk, or shop.
What do you call the day after Thanksgiving when everyone in America seems to go shopping?
Black Friday
What day of November does Thanksgiving fall on each year?
The fourth Thursday of November
Why is it important to celebrate Thanksgiving?
We must understand that we have many blessings, like food, shelter, clothing and we must learn to take care of those people who live without these essential things.
What do you call a baby turkey?
A chick or pullet.
What did the turkey say to the computer?
Google, google.
If a dozen people are coming to your house for Thanksgiving dinner, how many plates should you put on the table?
12-a dozen is 12.
Or 13 if you include yourself!!
The White House keeps a turkey on the lawn at Thanksgiving. How many eggs will Tom Turkey lay in a week?
None. Male turkeys don't lay eggs.
Is America the only country that celebrates Thanksgiving?
No, 11 other countries also celebrate Thanksgiving, although not necessarily on the same day.
How many hours are in the day on Thanksgiving?
24, just like every other day of the year.
What do most families serve for dessert on Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin, pecan, or apple pie.
Do turkeys fly?
Yes, up to 55 miles per hour if necessary
Can a turkey jump higher than a house?
Yes, because houses can't jump.