General Knowledge
There are 12 people at your Thanksgiving dinner table. If each person eats 3 rolls and the rolls come in packs of 6, how many packs of rolls do you need to buy to have enough for everyone?
How many packs of rolls should you buy to ensure everyone gets 3 rolls?
What are, 6 packs of rolls?
(12 people × 3 rolls = 36 rolls. 36 rolls ÷ 6 rolls per pack = 6 packs.)
A delicious turkey rests on the table each year, this golden and juicy bird is the beautiful dish of our dearest chef, _________.
Complete the phrase.
Who is, Ramnik/Ramnik Uncle?
Name the song from which these lyrics are from. "I’m dreaming of a white Christmas, just like the ones I used to know..."
What is, White Christmas?
Turkeys are an iconic symbol of Thanksgiving, often depicted in decorations, artwork, and holiday imagery. Wild turkeys and domesticated turkeys both have colorful feathers that are part of what makes them stand out.
What is the primary color of a wild turkey’s feathers?
What is, brown?
This phrase is used when someone is acting or looking flawless, usually in a way that makes everyone else stop and admire them. It’s the ultimate compliment and means they’re "killing it" in their style or actions.
What’s the slang?
What is, slay?
Thanksgiving is celebrated in many countries around the world, but it is not a national holiday everywhere.
Which country celebrates Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October?
What is, Canada?
The Kamo Family has remained true to their tradition, and hosted Thanksgiving gatherings for many years since they first settled in North Carolina. Since moving to Texas, this year marks their ___ annual Thanksgiving celebration.
Complete the phrase.What is 10th?
What popular Christmas decoration (also known as a “kissing ball”) is typically hung in doorways during the holiday season?
What is, Mistletoe?
At the first Thanksgiving in 1621, which dish was most likely served as the main course, considering the foods available to the Pilgrims and Native Americans?
What is wild fowl (most likely wild turkey or ducks)?
Which famous Dutch artist is known for painting The Starry Night, one of the most recognized and iconic paintings in the world?
Who is, Vincent van Gogh?
Salt is a staple in many Thanksgiving dishes, from seasoning turkey to enhancing the flavor of mashed potatoes.
What is the chemical formula for sodium chloride?
What is, NaCl?
The Kamo family extends all around the globe. Out of our guests today, how many are connected to the Kamo family tree?
(Hint: This includes Nina, Ruhi, Neel, Garima, & Ramnik)9+5=14
Christmas movies are iconic. They are often identifiable by a common line, main character, or snippet of the screenplay. Which classic Christmas movie is this famous line from?
"Keep the change, ya filthy animal!"
What is, Home Alone?
Thanksgiving as we know it today didn’t become a national holiday until the middle of the 19th century. While there were earlier celebrations in various states and colonies, it was not until 1863 that Thanksgiving was made an official national holiday. This significant step came during the presidency of
Which U.S. president officially declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863?
Who is, Abraham Lincoln?
Which song, originally by Lady Gaga, was one of the most popular tracks featured in Just Dance when the game first launched in 2009?
What is, Poker Face?
The first Thanksgiving feast took place in what is now known as the U.S. state of Massachusetts. The Pilgrims celebrated it at Plymouth Rock in 1621. What is the name of the Native American tribe that helped the Pilgrims during their first winter and joined them for the first Thanksgiving?
What was the name of the Native American tribe that helped the Pilgrims during their first winter and celebrated the first Thanksgiving with them?
What is, The Wampanoag tribe?
The Kamos like to maintain variety on their menu. Like a good guest, if you studied the menu, you would have noticed a new menu item. Even if you are a first-time guest, this dish stands out from the rest.
What is our newest addition to the menu?What is, lamb?
In the 2000 film How the Grinch Stole Christmas, the Grinch has a loyal dog who helps him with his mischievous plans.
What is the name of his dog?
Who is Max?
This major retail chain was one of the first to start opening on Thanksgiving Day, kicking off the trend of stores opening on the holiday for early Black Friday sales.
What is the name of this store?What is, Macy's?
In 2004, McDonald's introduced a new menu item aimed at health-conscious consumers, which became a huge trend.
What was this item?
What is, a salad/a side salad?
This Thanksgiving tradition involves the President of the United States officially sparing a turkey from being slaughtered for the holiday feast. It has become a lighthearted event, with the bird being allowed to live out the rest of its life on a farm instead. While the practice became formalized in the late 20th century, it was said to have originated in the 1940s.
What is this tradition called?
What is, Turkey Pardoning?
(Also Acceptable: Pardoning a Turkey/National Thanksgiving Turkey Presentation)
Each year the Kamos welcome new additions to the table. This year, we have a new addition to the Kamo family.
Do you know the newest members?
What are, the fish?
In addition to real trees, the United States imports a large number of artificial Christmas trees.
Which country is the leading exporter of these artificial trees to the U.S.?
Where is, China?
At the first Thanksgiving in 1621, the Pilgrims and Native Americans ate many foods that were native to the region. Which of the following was NOT likely served at the first Thanksgiving feast?
A) Corn
B) Potatoes
C) Pumpkins
D) Cranberries
What is, B) Potatoes?
Which viral hit by Lil Nas X, released in 2019, topped the Billboard Hot 100 for a record-breaking 19 weeks and became a crossover sensation blending country and rap?
What is, Old Town Road?