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100

What process refers to soaking a turkey in a saltwater solution before cooking it?

Brining

100

What decade did “A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving” debut on television?

1970's (1973)

100

What day of the week is Thanksgiving always celebrated in the United States?

Thursday

100

How many NFL games are usually played on Thanksgiving Day?

Three

100

Are pumpkins technically a fruit or a vegetable?

Fruit

200

According to a poll, what Thanksgiving side dish is the least popular among Americans?

Green bean casserole

200

How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?

Three days

200

How many balloons (within 5) were featured in the 2023 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

25

200

What decade did the Dallas Cowboys start hosting Thanksgiving Day games?

1960's (1966)

200

What is an adult female turkey called?

A hen

300

What four ingredients go into making a basic pie crust?

Flour, salt, water and butter


300

What holiday was the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade commemorating?

Christmas

300

Which is the most popular day to shop during Thanksgiving weekend?

Black Friday

300

Which team has played the most Thanksgiving Day games?

Detroit Lions

300

According to the National Turkey Federation, roughly how many turkeys are consumed each Thanksgiving?

About 45 to 46 million 

400

In 1995, this popular Thanksgiving vegetable was the first to be grown in space.

The potato

400

In 1863, what U.S. president decided that Thanksgiving would be observed on the last Thursday in November?

Abraham Lincoln

400

According to Merriam-Webster, what decade was the term “Friendsgiving” first circulated?

2000's (2007)

400

Which two NFL teams have played a game on Thanksgiving Day since 1966?

 Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys

400

Which state produces the most cranberries?

Wisconsin

500

According to Guinness World Records, how much does the world's largest pumpkin pie weigh?

Made in 2010, the record-breaking pie weighed 3,699 lbs.

500

Which U.S. Founding Father famously referred to turkeys as “a bird of courage”?

Benjamin Franklin

500

What decade was the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade held?

1920's (1924)

500

When was the first decade Thanksgiving NFL game broadcast on television?

1930's (1939)

500

What is an adult male turkey called?

A tom