General Thanksgiving History
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
How many days did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
3 days
What day follows Thanksgiving and is known for major shopping deals?
Black Friday
Which TV show has a famous Thanksgiving episode featuring a “turkey on the head”?
Friends
Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the most popular Thanksgiving side dish in the U.S.?
Mashed potatoes or stuffing
What department store is famous for its annual Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Macy's
In The Office, which character accidentally deep-fries their turkey for a holiday meal?
Michael Scott
The first Thanksgiving was celebrated in which U.S. state?
Massachusetts
Which U.S. state produces the most turkeys?
Minnesota
Two singers that have performed at the annual Thanksgiving parade
Taylor Swift & Mariah Carey
In How I Met Your Mother, what do Ted and Robin call the day after Thanksgiving when they eat leftovers and watch bad movies?
Slapsgiving
Which U.S. president was the first to “pardon” a turkey?
George H. W. Bush
What part of the turkey is considered good luck when broken?
The wishbone
In this state, “Turkey” and “Cranberry” are actually the names of real towns.
Texas
Which animated family is known for hosting a chaotic Thanksgiving dinner every year on Fox?
Bob's Burgers (The Belchers)
Which Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
What traditional Thanksgiving dessert is made from squash?
Pumpkin pie
What NFL team traditionally hosts a Thanksgiving Day game every year?
The Lions
Which long-running animated show has an annual “Thanksgiving of Horror” special?
The Simpsons