Thanksgiving History
In what year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
What is the name of the turkey traditionally pardoned by the U.S. President each year?
The National Thanksgiving Turkey
Name a traditional Thanksgiving side dish made from potatoes.
Mashed potatoes
Which president issued the first Thanksgiving Proclamation?
George Washington
Which games (played by professional athletes) are tradiitonally played on Thanksgiving?
NFL football games
Which group of people celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
Native Americans (Wampanoag)
Which U.S. President first started the turkey pardon tradition?
Harry S. Truman (tradition modernized by George H.W. Bush)
Which sauce is commonly served with turkey?
Which president moved Thanksgiving up one week to extend the holiday shopping season?
Franklin D. Roosevelt
What animated character is famous for Thanksgiving specials on television?
Charlie Brown
What was the main reason the Pilgrims held a Thanksgiving feast?
To celebrate the Pilgrims' first successful harvest?
Turkeys are native to which continent?
North America
Pumpkin pie is typically flavored with what spice?
Cinnamon (and other pumpkin spices)
Which president declared Thanksgiving the last Thursday in November?
Abraham Lincoln
Which parade is held annually on Thanksgiving in New York City?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Which president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
How many pounds does an average Thanksgiving turkey weigh?
12-16
What is the day after Thanksgiving called ?
Black Friday
George Washington proclaimed Thanksgiving in which year?
1789
Which day of the week is Thanksgiving celebrated in the U.S.?
Thursday
What is the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America?
The Mayflower
What is the breed of turkey most commonly used for Thanksgiving dinner?
Broad Breasted White
What is the name of the casserole that is topped with fried onions?
Green bean casserole
Which president celebrated Thanksgiving with a nationally televised address?
Multiple presidents have done televised addresses (George H.W.Bush)
What are the names of this years pardoned turkeys?
Waddle and Gobble