History
Who were the first people to celebrate thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims
What is the MOST popular food to eat on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What is the day after thanksgiving known for?
Black Friday, many stores give discounts on many items.
What day does thanksgiving always fall on?
What is an adult male turkey called
Tom
Where did the pilgrims land when they entered America?
Plymouth Rock
What temperature should a turkey be cooked for safe eating?
165°F
How long did the first Thanksgiving last?
3 days
True or False:
Thanksgiving is the busiest travel holiday of the year.
False, it is Christmas/New Year
What do Americans report being most thankful for?
Family, Health, and Life
What year was the first Thanksgiving feast held?
1621
How many cranberries are in one pound?
Round to the nearest 100.
400
Which two NFL teams play a game on thanksgiving every year?
The Dallas Cowboys, The Detroit Lions
What major corporation hosts a parade for Thanksgiving?
Macy's
In 2022 how many people were shopping on Thanksgiving weekend in America? (Round to the nearest 10 million people)
196.7 million people
How long was the Mayflower's voyage from England to America?
66 days
How long can a cooked turkey sit before it can be refrigerated?
No more than 2 hours
How much does the average Thanksgiving dinner cost per person in the United States? (round to the nearest dollar)
$64.05
Where did the Pilgrims come from?
England
How many acres of cranberries are grown each year? (round to the nearest 1000 acres)
40,000
Who was the first president to officially pardon a turkey?
George H. W. Bush
How much does the world's largest pumpkin pie weigh? Round to the nearest 100 lbs
The guinness world records states the largest pumpkin weighed around 3,699 lbs.
Which state raised the most turkeys in 2022?
Minnesota
During the first Thanksgiving, how many colonists were living in America? (Round to the nearest 100)
2,500
What year was Thanksgiving declared a national holiday?
1789