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In what month is American Thanksgiving?

November
100

How did Canadian Thanksgiving begin?

It was introduced by Indigenous peoples to celebrate the harvest.

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What is a female turkey called?

A hen

100

What's the name of the toy cowboy in "Toy Story"?

Woody

100

What is Kokum Faye's husband's name? 

Calvin

200

Why is Canadian Thanksgiving earlier than the American Thanksgiving?

To align with the Canadian harvest season.

200

Why was turkey chosen as the meat to eat in early Thanksgiving celebrations? 

Turkeys were cheap and large enough to feed a family.

200

What is the second most common dish served at Thanksgiving meals? 

Stuffing (or dressing)

200

In the famous Disney movie, what is the name of Simba's father? 

Mufasa

200

Approximately how many Kinship Families were in Saskatoon in 2017?
50, 125, 200, 300

300

300

What sport do Americans watch on Thanksgiving?

Football

300

Which Canadian province is known for having the first Thanksgiving celebration?

Newfoundland

300

Approximately how many turkeys are eaten by Canadians in one year?

6.5 million

300

Which European band was famous for the Dancing Queen?

ABBA

300

At what location did we used to hold these Kinship Celebrations?

St Mary's School

400

This shopping holiday takes place the day after American Thanksgiving.

Black Friday

400

What is the name of the Canadian statutory holiday that comes next after Thanksgiving?

Remembrance Day

400

What spice is commonly used in pumpkin pie to give it its distinctive flavor? 

Cinnamon 

400

Which famous U.S. president was raised by his grandparents in Hawaii?

Barack Obama

400

How many volunteers have come here tonight to celebrate your families? (within 5)

42

500

On what day of the week do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?

Thursday

500

On what day exactly is Thanksgiving celebrated each year?

The 2nd Monday in October

500

What is the term for a baby turkey?

Poult

500

In which TV show was Fonzie a famously cool character?

Happy Days

500

On what continent did our organization Hands at Work (Sons & Daughters) start on?

Africa

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