Science of Gratitude
True or False?
Research published in the last decade has shown that grateful people have fewer common health complaints, such as headaches, digestion issues, respiratory infections, runny noses, dizziness, and sleep problems.
True
True or False
While female turkeys are called hens, male turkeys are called toms.
True
True or False?
Pecan and Cherry are the two most popular pies baked at Thanksgiving.
False
Pumpkin and Apple
True or False?
A tribe of Native Americans called the Seminoles were invited to the first Thanksgiving feast.
False
The Wampanoag tribe
Which two "feel-good" chemicals are released in your brain when you feel grateful?
A. Serotonin
B. Adrenaline
C. Dopamine
D. Norepinephrine
A. Serotonin
and
C. Dopamine
What is the name of the skin that hangs from a turkey's neck?
A. Aglet
B. Dangler
C. Wattle
D. Biggle
C. Wattle
Approximately how many pounds of turkey do Americans consume on Thanksgiving?
A. 360 million pounds
B. 535 million pounds
C. 750 million pounds
D. 915 million pounds
B. 535 million pounds
Which two NFL football teams play on Thanksgiving Day every year?
Pick two:
A. Detroit Lions
B. Washington Commanders
C. Pittsburgh Steelers
D. Dallas Cowboys
A. Detroit Lions
and
D. Dallas Cowboys
According to a national survey, in which everyday place are adults the least likely to experience gratitude?
Their work or job
"Only 10% of people say thank you to their colleagues on any given day, and 60% of people never express gratitude at work."
Which northern US State produces the most turkeys each year?
Minnesota
Approximately what percentage of American Thanksgiving meals include turkey (percentage should be in 10s)?
Approximately 90%
What is the nickname for the day after Thanksgiving which is often referred to as the biggest shopping day of the year?
Black Friday