History
On what day is Thanksgiving?
Thursday (the 4th Thursday in November)
Which two groups celebrated the first Thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims and the Native Americans
What do people usually do before they eat their Thanksgiving day meal?
They gather together to say a prayer and/or "give thanks" and talk about all of the things they are grateful for in their lives.
What is the main dish served at Thanksgiving dinner?
Turkey
True or False: Americans eat more food on Thanksgiving day than any other day of the year.
True! Americans consume between 2,500 and 4,500 calories at the Thanksgiving table.
Which two countries celebrate Thanksgiving?
The United States and Canada
Why did the first Thanksgiving celebration take place?
The Pilgrims wanted to give thanks to the Native Americans and celebrate their first successful harvest. The celebration lasted three days.
What sport do Americans watch on Thanksgiving day?
What is the most popular dessert served at Thanksgiving?
Pie (pumpkin, apple, or pecan)
How many pumpkin pies are eaten on (or around) Thanksgiving each year?
50 million pumpkin pies are consumed each Thanksgiving!
What is the name of the Native American who taught the Pilgrims how to grow food?
Squanto
Where did the first Thanksgiving celebration take place?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
Who always concludes the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Santa Claus!
True or False: Turkey was served at the first Thanksgiving celebration.
False. It was not on the menu. Venison, duck, goose, oysters, lobster, eel, and fish were likely served, alongside pumpkins and cranberries
On average, what percentage of Americans go out to eat or order food instead of cooking on Thanksgiving day? (+/- 3%)
13% of people
Why did the Pilgrims leave England to come to the "new land" (that would later become the United States)?
They wanted religious freedom.
Which US president made Thanksgiving an official American holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the name of the parade that takes place on Thanksgiving day?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
What kind of berry is used to make a traditional Thanksgiving sauce?
Cranberries
How many turkeys are eaten in the U.S. every Thanksgiving?
About 46 million turkeys!
What does the cornucopia (horn of plenty) symbolize?
Abundance and a bountiful harvest.
In what year do historians believe was the first Thanksgiving celebration?
1621
What is Black Friday?
The day after Thanksgiving, known for big shopping sales
What type of bread is popular at Thanksgiving feasts, often golden and round?
Cornbread
How many U.S. towns are named Turkey?
There are four -- they are in Texas, Arizona, Louisiana and North Carolina.