Thanksgiving History
What ship brought the Pilgrims to America?
The Mayflower
What is a male turkey called?
A tom
What sauce is traditionally served with turkey?
Cranberry Sauce
Which cartoon character’s Thanksgiving special features a football kick gone wrong?
Charlie Brown
What do you call the day after Thanksgiving known for shopping deals?
Black Friday
Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What sound does a female turkey make?
Clucking
What type of pie is most commonly associated with Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin Pie
On "Friends," what unusual item did Joey put on his head during a Thanksgiving episode?
A turkey
What type of tree produces acorns in the fall?
Oak tree
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
How fast can a wild turkey run?
Up to 20 miles per hour
What is the name of the dish made with green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and fried onions?
Green bean casserole
In what animated movie does a turkey travel back in time to change the course of Thanksgiving?
Which popular fall flavor is a combination of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves?
Pumpkin spice
Which Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
Which country are turkeys native to?
The United States
What popular Thanksgiving side dish is made from mashed root vegetables and topped with marshmallows?
Sweet potato casserole
Which character from A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving prepares toast, jelly beans, and popcorn for Thanksgiving dinner?
Snoopy
What is the average distance of a Turkey Trot?
5k or 3.1 miles
Who was the governor of Plymouth Colony who organized the first Thanksgiving?
William Bradford
What is the fleshy growth under a turkey’s neck called?
A wattle
What is the name of the fluffy whipped dish often made with fruit and marshmallows, popular at Thanksgiving?
Ambrosia salad
In which famous parade can you find giant character balloons?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
What is the name of the race held on Thanksgiving each year in Broad Ripple that benefits the Wheeler Mission?
The Drumstick Dash