History
Which ship transported the pilgrims to America?
The Mayflower carried the early English settlers across the Atlantic Ocean.
What casserole features crispy fried onions?
The green bean casserole was invented in 1955 by Campbell Soup employee Dorcas Reilly.
What is an adult female turkey called?
A hen, and only the males produce the famous gobbling sound.
What massive retail event follows the holiday?
Black Friday, when shoppers flood stores for discounts, is the day after Thanksgiving
Are pumpkins considered a vegetable?
no they are a fruit
Where did the pilgrims land?
They settled in Plymouth, Massachusetts, establishing the colony that would become the foundation of the Thanksgiving story.
What nutty pie belongs on a Southern Thanksgiving table?
Pecan pie is a Southern staple, made from corn syrup, eggs, and pecans baked into a dense, sweet filling.
What is a baby turkey called?
A poult, which is the technical term for any newborn turkey, regardless of whether it's wild or domestic.
Which department store hosts the famous New York City parade?
Millions watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade every year.
Statistically, what is Americans' favorite Thanksgiving side dish?
Stuffing
How long did the original feast last?
The first Thanksgiving ran for three full days.
What is the most popular Thanksgiving dessert?
Pumpkin pie dominates the holiday table, outselling every other dessert by a significant margin.
Can a wild turkey fly?
Yes, wild turkeys can fly at speeds of up to around 50 miles per hour, though the domesticated ones raised for dinner cannot.
Which NFL team has played every Thanksgiving since 1934?
The Detroit Lions host an annual game as part of their long-standing tradition.
Thanksgiving leftovers led to what invention?
TV dinners
Which president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
President Abraham Lincoln issued the official proclamation during the Civil War.
What wobbly side dish often comes out of a can?
Cranberry sauce, served jellied and straight from the tin with zero shame.
How many feathers does the average turkey have?
More than 5,000
What is the morning Thanksgiving run called?
A turkey trot is a road race held on Thanksgiving morning, a tradition dating back to the late 19th century.
Black Friday is the busiest day of the year for which home repairman?
Plumbers
How many passengers were on the Mayflower?
One hundred and two people made the crossing.
Which state produces the most turkeys?
Minnesota leads the nation in commercial turkey production.
How many calories does the average person consume on Thanksgiving?
Nutrition experts estimate around 4,500 calories for the day.
Which tradition brings good luck at Thanksgiving?
Breaking the wishbone
Sarah Josepha Hale, who campaigned for Thanksgiving to be a national holiday, wrote what famous song?
"Mary Had a Little Lamb"