Food
What meat is the most popular alternative to turkey on Thanksgiving?
What is the name of the most popular day to shop during Thanksgiving weekend?
Black Friday
What state consumes the most turkey every Thanksgiving?
California
What is an adult female turkey called?
A Hen
Statistically, what is Americans' favorite Thanksgiving side dish?
Stuffing
When was green bean casserole introduced to Thanksgiving dinners?
1955
Which President first ordered a national day of Thanksgiving?
George Washington
Do Male of Female Turkeys gobble?
Male
What seafood was served at the first Thanksgiving feast?
Lobster, oysters, fish and possibly eel
What city has the oldest Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Philadelphia
In what month did the very first Thanksgiving celebration likely take place?
September
Black Friday is the biggest day of the year for what trade profession?
Plumbers
When did canned cranberries first come about?
1912
How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
3 Days
Who was the first President to receive a ceremonial Thanksgiving Turkey?
Harry S. Truman
How many Americans prefer Thanksgiving leftovers to Thanksgiving dinner?
80%
How much does the average Thanksgiving turkey weigh? (in pounds)
15 pounds
Which Native American friend to the settlers acted as an interpreter?
Squanto
Who was the first President to pardon a turkey?
John F. Kennedy
Sarah Josepha Hale, who campaigned for Thanksgiving to be a national holiday, wrote what famous song?
Mary Had a Little Lamb