Turkey Facts
What is a male turkey called?
a tom
What type of meat did the Native Americans bring to the first Thanksgiving?
venison or deer meat
Only male turkeys gobble.
True
According to Campbell's, what is most popular side dish at Thanksgiving?
mashed potatoes
What part of the turkey is saved and snapped at the end of the meal for good luck?
The wishbone.
How many stomachs does a turkey have?
They have 2.
What utensil was NOT used at the first Thanksgiving?
forks
According to a Harris Poll, 8 out of 10 people prefer the leftovers over the actual meal.
True!
According to the National Turkey Federation, what percent of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
88% - I will take any answer between 85% - 90%
According the the Guinness Book of Records, how much did the heaviest turkey weigh?
86 pounds
What are baby turkeys called?
pults or turkeylings
What year was the first Thanksgiving?
1621 - I will take any answer between 1600-1625
Benjamin Franklin wanted the turkey to be our national bird instead of the bald eagle.
True!
What state has had the most deep fried turkey fires for the last 7 years?
Texas
How fast can a turkey run?
5, 15 or 25 MPH?
25 miles per hour!
What is that weird red beard type thing under the turkey's chin called?
A wattle
Where was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
Plymouth, Massachusettes
The arrival of the Mickey Mouse balloon signals the Macy's Annual Thanksgiving Day Parade is over.
False - it is Santa Claus
Nearly 30% of Americans say this is their least favorite side dish at Thanksgiving.
Cranberry sauce
What state raises the most turkeys?
Minnesota
How long does the average turkey live?
3 - 4 years
Which professional football team has played on Thanksgiving almost every year since 1934?
The Detroit Lions
According to the Butterball Turkey help line,
50,000 people call each season to ask questions about cooking the turkey.
False - they get about 100,000 calls!
What percent of people eat some kind of pie at Thanksgiving?
94%! - I will accept any answer between 90% - 95%.
True or false...Turkeys are skilled swimmers.
True