History
When was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
A) The first Thanksgiving is traditionally believed to have occurred in 1621
B) The first Thanksgiving is traditionally believed to have occurred in 1626
C) The first Thanksgiving is traditionally believed to have occurred in 1730
A) The first Thanksgiving is traditionally believed to have occurred in 1621
What country celebrated its first Thanksgiving in 1565, long before it was established in the United States?
A) Canada
What is usually eaten as a dessert on Thanksgiving?
A) Pumpking pie
B) Roasted beef
C) Special salad
A) Pumpkin pie
In modern tradition, what is typically done before Thanksgiving dinner to express gratitude?
A) The national anthem is sung
B) You say a prayer or share something you are grateful for
C) Gifts are exchanged
B) You say a prayer or share something you are grateful for
What is the "turkey pardon" in the United States?
The "turkey pardon" is an annual tradition where the President of the United States "pardons" a turkey, saving it from being slaughtered and served at the Thanksgiving dinner. Instead, the turkey is sent to a farm or sanctuary to live out its life.
Where was the first place it occurred?
A) At Plymouth Colony (in present-day Chicago).
B) At Plymouth Colony (in present-day Washington).
C) At Plymouth Colony (in present-day Texas)
B) At Plymouth Colony (in present-day Washington).
How long does the Korean Chuseok last?
a) 1 day
b) 3 days
c) 7 days
3 days
What's traditionally used as a complement to food during Thanksgiving?
A) Pudding
B) Peanut butter
C) Mashed potatoes
C) Mashed potatoes
In what year did Abraham Lincoln proclaim Thanksgiving as a national holiday?
B) 1863
Which US president started the turkey pardon tradition?
B) Harry S. Truman
Who was Sarah Josepha Hale?
A) a writer
B) an actor
C) a nursery
A) a writer
When does Japan celebrate Thanksgiving?
a) On November 23rd
b) On November 28th
c) On October 13th
On November 23rd
It’s used for decoration at Thanksgiving. They're colourful, small and fragile.
A) Baubel ornaments
B) Leaves
C) Paper cutouts
Leaves
What famous phrase is associated with the idea of gratitude at Thanksgiving?
A) "Gratitude is the memory of the heart."
B) "Thank you is the best gift."
C) "Gratitude turns what we have into enough."
C) “Gratitude turns what we have into enough."
What name was given to the turkey pardoned by President Joe Biden at the 2023 ceremony?
In 2023, the turkeys pardoned were named "Chocolate" and "Chip".
What is the significance of the Pilgrims and Native Americans in Thanksgiving's history?
A) The peaceful coexistence between the Pilgrims and Native Americans
B) The peaceful coexistence between the European and Native Americans
C) The peaceful coexistence between the government and Native Americans
A) the peaceful coexistence between the Pilgrims and Native Americans
Where is Erntedankfest celebrated?
What type of seed (dry fruit) is commonly used in pies and desserts during Thanksgiving?
A) Almond
B) Nut
C) Raisin
B) Nut
Which of these phrases is a famous reflection on gratitude in life?
A) "Gratitude is the memory of the heart."
B) "He who is not grateful for what he has, will never have more."
C) "Gratitude is the greatest feeling one can have."
A) "Gratitude is the memory of the heart."
Where in the United States are pardoned turkeys generally raised?
C) Minnesota
Who was Sarah Josepha Hale?
A) a writer
B) an actor
C) a nursery
A) a writer
In Japan, which holiday, celebrated in November, has some similarities to Thanksgiving in the United States, giving thanks for the harvest?
B) Kinrō Kansha no Hi
What hot spiced drink is popular among adults during Thanksgiving?
A) Fall spice cordial
B) Hot apple cider
C) Sweet heat
B) Hot apple cider
According to a study in positive psychology, what is one of the main benefits of practising gratitude regularly?
A) Improves sleep quality
B) Reduces stress levels and increases well-being
C) Strengthens family relationships
B) Reduces stress levels and increases well-being
How many turkeys were pardoned in 2020 by President Donald Trump?
A) One
B) Two
C) Three
B) Two