Turkey
A female turkey is called a
Hen
True or False: Pumpkin pie was served at the first Thanksgiving
False!
How many states in the US grow potatoes?
50! They are also grown in 125 countries.
What is the traditional name for corn?
Maze.
Cranberries are typically in season from October to which cold weather month?
December
A male turkey is called a
Tom
National Pumpkin Pie Day is recognized in which month(s)?
October 12th and December 25th
Thomas Jefferson, our third US president is credited with serving what popular potato at the white house?
French Fries! He is through to be the one who brought them to America.
Are the rows on an ear of corn odd or even in number?
They are always even! Usually there are around 16 rows per ear.
Cranberries are grown in what country?
The United States
Most domestic turkeys are what color?
White
The popular canned pumpkin brand Libby's is not actually pumpkin. Instead it is really what food?
Squash
This state grows the most potatoes in North America
Idaho
What region of the United States produces most of the corn grown in America?
The Midwest or corn belt states.
True or False: Cranberries can be used as fabric dye
True
The flap of skin under a turkey's chin is called a what?
Wattle
This Midwestern state produces the most pumpkins annually.
Illinois
This type of potato is often eaten with brown sugar and butter
Sweet potatoes
True or False: Corn syrup is used to make soda?
True! Corn is actually found in over 3,200 products!
What state that shares a border with Iowa is known for growing cranberries?
Wisconsin
A baby turkey is called a what?
Poult
When looking at a food pyramid, what category do pumpkins fall under?
Fruit
Which US state used to be a leader in potato production? Hint, it is not the same one that leads today.
Iowa!
What is the only continent in the world that does not produce corn?
Antarctica
True or False: Most cranberries are eaten fresh.
False, most are canned or made into juice.