History
When is Thanksgiving Day this year?
November 27th
What is the main dish/protein for thanksgiving dinner?
A Turkey
What kind of squash is this? [See photo 1]
Pumpkin
True or False: A feast is the central focus of Thanksgiving.
False: The central focus of thanksgiving is to give thanks and gratitude.
What season is Thanksgiving celebrated in?
Autumn/Fall
Who were the two parties involved in the start of the Thanksgiving Celebration?
Plymouth Pioneers and Native Americans
What is the pie that represents Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin Pie
What kind of bird is this? [See photo 2]
Chicken
What is the name of the bone used in the turkey neck, that involves two parties breaking the bone in half for good luck/wish to come true?
Furcula/Wishbone
False, Thanksgiving is recognized as an American holiday, not a religious holiday.
Who was the president that made thanksgiving a national holiday?
President Abraham Lincoln
What do you call the red sauce used for a White Thanksgiving?
Cranberry Sauce
What is the correct name for this tree? [See photo 3]
Maple Tree
What sport is spectated on Thanksgiving?
American Football
True or False: Black Friday is celebrated globally.
True, Black Friday is celebrated globally.
What year did Thanksgiving become a national holiday?
1863
Name at least 5 side dishes in a thanksgiving dinner. (protein dishes do not count)
*Judge will decide*
False. (Double points if can name which group of people this uniform belongs to)
How many days was the Great Feast for?
3 days
In Greek mythology, who is the goddess associated with harvest/Autumn?
Demeter/Ceres
What did the Native Americans teach the Pilgrims to plant/crop?
Beans, squash and maize
What was the first meat dishes served on thanksgiving?
Venison and Fish
What is the correct name for this Grain? [See photo 5]
Maize
Why do many Native Americans find Thanksgiving offensive?
Controversy about a Genocide to Natives, (killing of their people, being tricked)
What is the name of the Thanksgiving Basket?
Cornucopia "Horn of Plenty"