Thanksgiving History
What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?
1621
Which orange vegetable is typically mashed and served as a side dish at Thanksgiving dinner?
Sweet potatoes
In the United Kingdom, people celebrate a holiday called "Harvest Festival." What is it similar to?
Thanksgiving
What sport is traditionally played by many families on Thanksgiving Day?
Football
What is the name of the famous American football player who famously plays in the Thanksgiving Day NFL game for the Dallas Cowboys?
Dak Prescott
Which two groups of people celebrated the first Thanksgiving?
Pilgrims and Native Americans (Wampanoag tribe)
What type of pie is most commonly served for dessert at Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin pie
In which country is Thanksgiving NOT a national holiday, even though it's celebrated by some people?
Canada
What is the name of the tradition where people go around the table and say what they are thankful for?
Saying grace
Which U.S. state grows the most pumpkins?
Illinois
In what state is Plymouth, where the Pilgrims first settled?
Massachusetts
What bird is traditionally eaten at Thanksgiving?
Turkey
Which Caribbean island celebrates a harvest festival similar to Thanksgiving, called "Harvest Festival"?
Bermuda
What parade is held every year on Thanksgiving Day in New York City?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
How many calories, on average, does the average American eat on Thanksgiving Day?
Around 4,500 calories
What was the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America in 1620?
The Mayflower
Which sauce made from berries is often served alongside turkey?
Cranberry sauce
Which country has a holiday called "Erntedankfest," which is similar to Thanksgiving and celebrates the harvest?
Germany
What famous family movie takes place during Thanksgiving and features a turkey named "Reggie"?
Free birds
What is the name of the Native American tribe that the Pilgrims celebrated the first Thanksgiving with?
Wampanoag
Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving an official holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the name of the bread-based side dish often served at Thanksgiving, usually containing herbs, onions, and other vegetables?
Stuffing (or Dressing)
In what country do people celebrate "Chuseok," a harvest festival similar to Thanksgiving, where people honor their ancestors?
South Korea
In what year did the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade take place?
1924
What is the most common type of turkey consumed at Thanksgiving?
Broad Breasted White turkey