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New Jersey’s recent gubernatorial election was a close call with the Democrat winning. The results were a surprise because of what political demographic factor in New Jersey?
A. New Jersey is 95% white
B. New Jersey has one million more registered Democrats than Republicans
B. New Jersey has one million more registered Democrats than Republicans
The Global Leadership African Summit was recently held in Omaha, NE. The theme of the summit was “diversity and ______.”
A. inclusion B. individualism
A. inclusion
Next Sunday begins the 8-day Jewish celebration called “Hanukkah.” Hanukkah is celebrated at home by lighting a _______ each night.
A. with songs, B. foods and gifts.
C. menorah D. torah
C. menorah
As the baby boomer generation ages, doctors are finding that nearly 40% have of them have what joint disease they deal with on a weekly basis?
A. Alzheimer’s B. arthritis
B. arthritis
For decades the #1 watched Thanksgiving special was a classic titled “It’s the Great _______, Charlie Brown,” but to watch it this season, its home is Apple TV+?
A. Pumpkin B. Turkey
A. Pumpkin
The NBA Washington franchise has one of the best records in the league in the early season led by shooter Bradley Beal. What is the nickname for the Washington team?
A. Basketball Team B. Wizards
B. Wizards
What is the most popular cooking method for the Thanksgiving turkey?
A. deep fat frying B. roasting
B. roasting
Last week, President Biden held what annual Thanksgiving ceremony?
A. hosted a Thanksgiving State Dinner
B. Invited former presidents for turkey salad luncheon
C. pardoned a tom turkey
C. pardoned a tom turkey
In what eastern European nation did an election end in a narrow victory, with two parties believing they have the right to form a new government and oust reigning leader Angela Merkel?
A. Bulgaria B. Germany C. Poland
B. Germany
American History Question: This past Monday in 1963, President John F. Kennedy was assassinated. What was the first name of President Kennedy's First Lady?
A. Jacqueline B. Julia C. Julie
A. Jacqueline
Studies show students benefit from classes with how many or fewer students in the classroom?
9, 17, 25
17
2021 CMA Entertainer of the Year Luke Combs has a new song titled “Doin’ ______.”
A. Fine B. Good C. This
C. This
What two NFL teams traditionally play football on Thanksgiving Day?
A. Cowboys-Bears B . Cowboys-Lions
C. Lions Bears
B . Cowboys-Lions
What is the #1 reason turkey consumption has increased throughout the year, not just at Thanksgiving?
A. high protein and low in fat
B. tastes great
C. turkey meat is low cost
A. high protein and low in fat
President Biden recently announced a federal effort to better understand, identify and treat health problems suffered by what Americans who were sent to toxic environments?
A. preschoolers B. teachers
C. U.S. troops D. U.S. workers
C. U.S. troops
In Russia, President Vladimir Putin recently made news when he made what extreme order for Russian workers amid a growing COVID-19 infections and deaths?
A. get a shot B. get two shots
C. get three shots D. no work for a week
D. no work for a week
What state is the top turkey producing state?
A. Missouri B. Nebraska C. Minnesota D. California
C. Minnesota (S: Norbest)
The one thing parents often do for their children as they grow up is take them to shoe stores. When is the best time for parents to take their children shoe shopping?
A. in the afternoon B. in the morning
C. when the child behaves
D. when the store has specials
A. in the afternoon (swelling, ensures fit)
At last Sunday’s American Music Awards, who won Favorite Female Country Artist?
A. Carrie Underwood B. Gabby Barrett
C. Kelsea Ballerini D. Maren Morris
A. Carrie Underwood
Last week, who was named 2021 American League Cy Young winner?
A. Aaron Judge B. Bo Bichette C. Robbie Ray
D. Vladimir Guerrero Jr.
C. Robbie Ray
A tom turkey makes a “gobble” sound. What sound does a hen make?
A. cackling B. clicking
C. hissing D. whistling
B. clicking
Americans will pay more this year than ever before for the Thanksgiving meal. The turkey itself will surpass the highest price ever at what price per pound? (within 10¢) 80¢, $1.10, $1.40, $1.70, $2.00, $2.30
$1.40 ($1.38)
According to the World Health Report, what is the #1 worldwide health threat?
A. American strength B. climate change
C. malnutrition D. Obesity E. smoking
C. malnutrition
Last Saturday, President Biden celebrated what birthday?
70, 73, 76, 79, 82, 85
79
High school seniors beware: College freshmen gain more weight than most 17 and 18-year-olds because of what reason?
A. all-you-can eat dining B. sleep deprivation
C. study harder than ever D. they don’t exercise
A. all-you-can eat dining
At last Sunday’s American Music Awards, who won an American Music Award for Favorite Male Country Artist?
A. Chris Stapleton B. Jason Aldean C. Luke Bryan
D. Lee Brice E. Luke Combs F. Morgan Wallen
C. Luke Bryan
What university won the Division I Cross Country women’s championship that was held last weekend at Apalachee Regional Park, Tallahassee, FL?
A. Colorado B. Iowa State C. Nebraska
D. New Mexico E. North Carolina State
E. North Carolina State
At Thanksgiving 2020, the cost to serve 10 was the lowest ever in years at $46; this year, the cost will be the highest ever at how much to serve 10?
$53, $58, $63, $68, $73, $78
$53
Last week, Vice President Kamala Harris became the first woman to be “temporarily president” when Joe Biden was laid up for what reason?
A. emergency surgery B. international trip
C. routine medical exam (required anesthesia)
C. routine medical exam (required anesthesia)
FIFA is the organization that governs the world’s most popular sport. What does the second F stand for in FIFA?
Football
Next Sunday Advent begins. Advent is the first season of the Christian church year and includes how many Sundays?
Four
Car-deer accidents are common in November and can be fatal if the driver veers to avoid a deer if it suddenly appears in the headlights. What time of day do deer often dart into roadways?
dawn and dusk
Each year, what parade is held on Thanksgiving Day in New York City?
Macy’s (95th)
Last Saturday, what Pac 12 team was walloped by Utah, ending its chances of making
Oregon
The first step in carving the Thanksgiving turkey is to do what?
Sharpen a Knife