History
What day is Thanksgiving on?
The last Thursday of November
What is the name of the bird we eat on Thanksgiving?
Turkey
Who do we normally spend Thanksgiving with?
Family
What do we do before we start eating on Thanksgiving?
Say what we are thankful for
What holiday occurs the day AFTER Thanksgiving?
Black Friday
What US President made Thanksgiving an official holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is one of the most common desserts to eat on Thanksgiving?
Apple or Pumpkin pie
What is the name of the day we spend with friends a few days before or after Thanksgiving to celebrate the holiday?
Friendsgiving
What is the name of the parade that takes place in New York City on Thanksgiving?
The Macy's Day Parade
Which state was the first to adopt Thanksgiving as a holiday?
New York
What was the name of the ship the pilgrims used to arrive in the United States?
The Mayflower
We take the grease from the turkey when cooking it and turn it into a sauce. What is this sauce called?
Gravy
What do we watch on Thanksgiving?
Football
What sport do children play in the backyard on Thanksgiving?
football
What state produces the MOST turkeys every year?
Minnesota
What is the name of the Native American group that celebrated Thanksgiving with the pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
What is the topping we put on top of sweet potatoes to create 'sweet potato casserole'?
Marshmallows
How many different football games are played on Thanksgiving?
3-4
What is the name of the day the president 'saves' a turkey from being eaten?
The Presidential Turkey Pardon
Which US state CLAIMS it held the first Thanksgiving (before the pilgrims even arrived in North America)
Florida
In what country did the pilgrims live in directly before arriving in America?
Holland
Name 3 SIDE dishes we eat on Thanksgiving (Not a turkey and not the dessert)
Stuffing, Mashed Potatoes, Sweet Potato Casserole, Green Bean Casserole, Cranberry Sauce, and Bread rolls with butter
What is the name of the marathon that takes place every Thanksgiving morning?
Turkey Trot
What is the name of the wish-making tradition where two people pull apart a dried turkey bone?
Breaking the Wishbone
Today we eat turkey for Thanksgiving. What did the Pilgrims and the Native Americans eat as their main protein on Thanksgiving? (name 2 out of the 3)
Venison (deer), Ducks, Seafood (eels, bass, clams)