Thanksgiving
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In which month is Thanksgiving celebrated?
November
Which bird is commonly associated with Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What is the name of the season that comes after summer and before winter?
Autumn or Fall
What is the term for the sound a turkey makes?
Gobble
What is the name of a male turkey?
Tom
On what day of the week is Thanksgiving celebrated?
Thursday
What is the name of the orange squash that is often turned into pies for Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin
What are three of the four main colors of fall leaves?
Red, orange, yellow, and brown
What part of your body can you trace to make a turkey?
Your Hand
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What was the name of the ship the first pilgrims came over on?
The Mayflower
What berries are traditionally used to make a red, sweet, sauce during Thanksgiving?
Cranberries
Why is the season of Autumn also called Fall?
Because the leave fall from the trees.
What sport do most people like to watch or play on thanksgiving?
Football
Which US state produces the most turkeys annually?
North Carolina
Which important person in the United States officially pardons a turkey every year on Thanksgiving?
The President of the United States
What is the name of the bread-like dish made from dried cubes of bread, vegetables, and herbs that is often served as a side during Thanksgiving?
Stuffing or Dressing
What month does Autumn or Fall start?
September
Besides football, what is most watched on TV on Thanksgiving morning?
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Which country consumes the most turkey per year?
Isreal
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Which spice is a key ingredient in pumpkin spice, commonly used in Thanksgiving recipes?
Cinnamon
In November most of the states, except for Arizona, turn their clocks back one hour. What is the reason for this?
Going off Daylight Savings Time
The day after Thanksgiving is a big shopping day called what?
Black Friday
approximately how many feathers does a mature turkey have?
3,500