History of Thanksgiving
What is the name of the group of European settlers that celebrated the first Thanksgiving?
Pilgrims
This common Thanksgiving Day food was not consumed at the first Thanksgiving.
Turkey
What is the significance of Thanksgiving?
We get to be thankful and grateful for everything we have whether it is spending time with family, being in good health, having a place to live, or food on the table.
Aside from turkey, name 3 common Thanksgiving meal dishes.
Mashed potatoes, stuffing, green bean casserole, cranberry sauce, and pumpkin pie
What is the day following Thanksgiving commonly known as?
Black Friday
The name of the ship the Pilgrims boarded to start their journey to North America.
Mayflower
What kind of meat was the main course consumed at the first Thanksgiving?
Deer venison
On which day is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?
Fourth Thursday of November
58% of people say Turkey is the best part of Thanksgiving dinner. What food is the second most favorite?
Stuffing
What company hosts an annual parade in New York City on Thanksgiving Day?
Macy's
Where was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
Plymouth, Massachusetts
The day of the week and date that we will celebrate Thanksgiving this year.
Thursday, November 28th
This is considered a good-luck tradition on Thanksgiving.
Breaking a turkey's wishbone
Approximately how many turkeys are consumed every year at Thanksgiving?
46,000
4.6 million
46 million
460 million
46 million
What state consumes the most turkeys on Thanksgiving?
California
What was the year of the first Thanksgiving?
1776
1621
1860
1594
1621
How long did the first Thanksgiving last?
1 day
3 days
10 days
1 month
3 days
The conical-shaped basket that is generally filled with fruits and vegetables.
Cornucopia
How can you tell if cranberries are ripe?
This famous Christmas song was originally written for Thanksgiving.
Jingle Bells
Which president officially declared Thanksgiving a holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
George Washington
Theodore Roosevelt
Andrew Jackson
Abraham Lincoln
What month did the first Thanksgiving take place?
September
Thanksgiving is also a Canadian holiday celebrated during which month?
October
On average, how many calories are consumed on Thanksgiving Day?
4,500
Which NFL football team has the most Thanksgiving Day wins?
Detroit Lions