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Which U.S. president didn't “believe” in Thanksgiving because he thought the holiday was too religious?
Thomas Jefferson
When does Canada celebrate Thanksgiving?
The second Monday in October.
Do male or female turkeys gobble?
Males
What process refers to soaking a turkey in a saltwater solution before cooking it?
Brining
What year did “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” debut on television?
1973
Which U.S. president was the first to officially pardon a turkey? And when?
In 1989, Bush "presented a Presidential pardon" to a “fine tom turkey” — and it's been an annual tradition ever since.
When was the first Thanksgiving feast held?
November 1621
What is an adult female turkey called?
A hen
What crunchy ingredients usually tops green bean casserole?
French fried onions
Which Peanuts character wears the chef hat in “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving”?
snoopy
Which U.S. Founding Father famously referred to turkeys as “a bird of courage”?
Benjamin Franklin
According to Merriam-Webster, when was the term “Friendsgiving” first circulated?
2007
What is an adult male turkey called?
A tom
What four ingredients go into making a basic pie crust?
Flour, salt, water and butter/shortening
What comedian performed “The Thanksgiving Song” on Saturday Night Live in 1992?
Adam Sandler
Which Founding Father once proclaimed, “No citizen of the U.S. shall refrain from turkey on Thanksgiving Day”?
Alexander Hamilton
When was Thanksgiving declared a national celebration? By Who?
1789 (President George Washington designated November 26 as a Day of National Thanksgiving)
What do you call a baby domestic turkey?
A poult
According to a poll, what Thanksgiving side dish is the least popular among Americans?
Green bean casserole
What movie holds the record for the highest-grossing weekend in Thanksgiving history?
“Frozen 2”
On Thanksgiving Day 1989, what weather event disrupted the Macy’s parade?
On Nov. 23, four inches of snow fell on the Big Apple, marking the first Thanksgiving Day storm in more than 50 years.
When did the Mayflower officially depart England for America?
September 6, 1620
What three things are turkey giblets primarily comprised of?
The gizzard, heart, liver and neck
What family does the pumpkin belong to?
Cucurbitaceae
What 2005 movie about a dysfunctional family Thanksgiving stars Sarah Jessica Parker?
“The Family Stone”