Thanksgiving Foods
What is the most popular main course on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What is the name of the ship the Pilgrims boarded to start their journey to Plymouth, Massachusetts?
The Mayflower
On what day of the year is Thanksgiving celebrated?
The fourth Thursday of November
What is the orange vegetable commonly used as a symbol of Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin
What kind of turkeys gobble?
Only male turkeys
What is the most popular Thanksgiving dessert?
Pumpkin Pie
What was the reason the Pilgrims felt they had to leave England?
Religious Persecution
What sport do people usually watch on Thanksgiving day?
What is a large, native bird to North America that is large enough to feed a family?
Wild Turkey
What is a baby turkey called?
A poult
How do people typically prepare potatoes for Thanksgiving dinner?
Mashed potatoes
How many women were at the first Thanksgiving meal?
4 women
The day after Thanksgiving, there are big sales and many people go shopping. What is this day called?
Black Friday
What is the name of the hat that the pilgrims wore?
Capotain Hat
What is the name for the bit of red flesh right under the turkey's beak?
A wattle
What is the main ingredient in stuffing?
Bread
What was the year of the first Thanksgiving?
1621
What do families usually talk about while having Thanksgiving dinner?
Things they are thankful for
Cornucopia
What is the name of the loose skin under a male turkey's neck?
A snood
How many pumpkin pies are consumed every Thanksgiving?
About 50 million
What was the name of the Native American who helped the Pilgrims?
Squanto
What is the event in New York City on Thanksgiving Day where there is music, large balloons, and dancing?
What food did the Native Americans first teach the Pilgrims how to grow as a crop and it has remained one of the most prevalent Thanksgiving symbols?
Corn
Which state raises the highest number of turkeys?
Minnesota