Bill of Rights
This amendment gives citizens freedom of speech
The 1st amendment
There have been 47 presidents in U.S. history. Which one was Washington?
The 1st
This is the most forested state in the U.S.?
Maine
What is the forked turkey bone called that kids often compete the break off the bigger part?
The wish bone
How old is Mr. Ricker?
27
This amendment bars cruel and unusual punishment
The 8th amendment
Who was known as Washington's "Right Hand Man"?
Alexander Hamilton
This is the longest river in the world
The Nile River
What is the most popular Thanksgiving Pie?
Pumpkin Pie
Mr. Ricker has another (very) part time job. Where is it?
Best Buy
This amendment protects from unreasonable search and seizure of private property
The 4th amendment
Which state was Washington born and raised in?
Virginia
What is the capital of California?
Sacramento, CA
This company sells the most turkeys for Thanksgiving each year
Butterball Turkey
What is Mr. Ricker's favorite fantasy series?
The Lord of the Rings
This amendment ensures an impartial jury during a trial
The 6th amendment
Who was George Washington's Secretary of State?
Thomas Jefferson
This is the smallest country in the world
The Vatican City
There are always at least 2 NFL games on Thanksgiving. Which teams are always guaranteed a game?
The Lions and the Cowboys
Before this summer, Mr. Ricker lived in an apartment in Westbrook, ME. Whose dad on Team Katahdin was Mr. Ricker's former landlord?
Reese Lipin
This amendment gives people rights that are not explicitly listed in the Constitution
The 9th amendment
How old was Washington when he passed away?
67
How many countries are in the United Kingdom? (Bonus points for naming them all)
4 (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
Thanksgiving isn't tied to a specific day of the year like Christmas or the 4th of July. How is it's day determined each year?
The 4th Thursday of November
What is Mr. Ricker's personal record for high jump?
2.00 meters (~6'7")