History
What was the main food that was served at the first Thanksgiving?
Venison (deer meat)
What is the traditional main dish served at Thanksgiving dinner?
Turkey
What do people often do before Thanksgiving dinner to express gratitude?
Share what they are thankful for
What were the reasons the Pilgrims left England?
To escape religious persecution and find freedom to practice their faith
Do male or female turkeys gobble?
Male
What was the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America?
Mayflower
Which president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What dish is often made using leftover turkey after Thanksgiving?
Turkey soup or turkey sandwiches
How many calories does the average American consume on Thanksgiving Day?
Approximately 3,000 calories
In which sitcom does the character Monica Geller famously prepare a Thanksgiving dinner that goes hilariously wrong?
Friends
What was the original purpose of the Thanksgiving holiday?
To give thanks for a successful harvest
What popular sport is often played on Thanksgiving Day?
American football
In many families, what activity is common after the Thanksgiving meal?
Watching football or taking a nap
What is the average weight of a turkey served at Thanksgiving?
15-18 pounds
How many turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving?
46 million
In what year did Thanksgiving become a national holiday in the United States?
1863
What is the name of the famous parade held in New York City on Thanksgiving?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
What is the name of the day after Thanksgiving that marks the beginning of the holiday shopping season?
Black Friday
Which state is the largest producer of turkeys in the United States?
Minnesota
What do you call a baby domestic turkey?
A poult
What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?
1621
What is the name of the feast celebrated by the Pilgrims and the Native Americans?
The Harvest Feast
What traditional dessert is commonly served at Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin pie
What Native American tribe is commonly associated with the first Thanksgiving?
The Wampanoag tribe
What three things are turkey giblets primarily comprised of?
The gizzard, heart, liver and neck