Halloween
What image is usually carved onto a Jack-o-Lantern?
A Face
Which meat is traditionally served for Thanksgiving dinner?
Turkey
In what city does a big ball drop at midnight on New Year's Eve?
New York City
What's the official name for the Fourth of July?
Independence Day
Which holiday involves parades, green clothing and shamrocks?
St. Patrick's Day
Pumpkins grow on a what?
Vine
What traditional side dish is made from bread and is served on Thanksgiving?
Stuffing
What might you see in the night sky in many U.S. cities on New Year's Eve?
Fireworks
How many stars are on the American flag?
50
Which holiday marks the beginning of the Jewish New Year?
Rosh Hashanah
Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated near Halloween in which country?
Mexico
When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the U.S.?
On the 4th Thursday in November
The Chinese New Year is also known as what?
Lunar New Year
What do the stars on the American flag represent?
The 50 States
Which festival is known as the "Festival of Lights"? (There are 2 acceptable answers)
Diwali or Hanukkah
In "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown" who writes a letter to the Great Pumpkin?
Linus
What famous parade is held on Thanksgiving day in New York City?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Which city in Australia is famous for its New Year's Eve fireworks display?
Sydney
On which date did the Continental Congress adopt the Declaration of Independence?
July 4th, 1776
From which country did the poinsettia plant originate?
Mexico
How many bones are there in an average adult skeleton?
206
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
What 2 things does the "Baby New Year" traditionally wear?
A Sash and a Top Hat
Who wrote the lyrics to the national anthem?
Francis Scott Key
Which country is believed to have started the tradition of putting up a Christmas tree?
Germany