The 1st Thanksgiving
Turkey
Sweet!!!
Yum!
Extra Sides
100

How long did the first Thanksgiving last? 

3 days!! 

100

Who was the first President to pardon a turkey?

President John F Kennedy

100

This spiced, custard based dessert is the most popular at thanksgiving. 

Pumpkin pie! 

100

These are usually served mashed using cream, garlic, salt and pepper.  

Mashed potatoes 

100

How many calories on average are consumed, per person, at Thanksgiving dinner?

4,500 calories!! that's 2-3x the national daily average!!  

200

What meats were served at the first Thanksgiving celebration?

Venison, swan, duck and goose

Not turkey! 

200

How many turkeys are consumed on Thanksgiving? 

46 million turkeys 

200

This berry is tart and tangy, but can also be sweet. It is traditionally served as a "dressing" at Thanksgiving dinner. 

Cranberry/ cranberry sauce 

200

Made with cream of mushroom soup and topped with fried onions, this is a popular side dish of the Thanksgiving feast. 

Green bean casserole 

200

What game is traditionally watched on Thanksgiving? 

Football!! 

300

Where was the first Thanksgiving? Who was there? 

The very first Thanksgiving was held in New England between the Wampanoag Tribe and Plymouth Colonists.

300

Turkeys can run as fast as __________miles per hour. 

25 miles per hour 

300
Cinnamon and spice make this pie sweet and nice. 

Apple Pie 

300

Made with bread, veggies and broth, this side sometimes comes in a box and will make you feel stuffed. 

Stuffing


300

What city does the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade take place in? 

New York City 

400

What year was the first Thanksgiving? 

1621

400

What is the dangling skin under a turkey's neck called?

Wattle

400

This drink is made with apples and spices and can be served hot or chilled. 

Apple Cider

400

This side comes in different colors, but the most common is yellow. 

Corn! 

400

The day after Thanksgiving is known as _____________ because of its awesome sales and this is the day when most retailers get out of the red. 

Black Friday! 

500

Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday? 

Abraham Lincoln 

500

In a tradition that is said to have started 2,400 years ago, which part of the turkey is saved and snapped as a good luck custom?

Wishbone!   

500
Also made from a potato, this can be served with whip cream and nuts. 

Sweet Potato Pie 

500

Creamy, cheesy, salty, and delicious, this side has also turned into a boxed childhood staple. 

Macaroni and cheese 

500

Who is on the last float of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade? 

Santa!