Thanskgiving History
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
1621
Which type of pie is most commonly served at Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin pie
In Mexico, what fall holiday honors loved ones who have passed away and features altars with marigolds, candles, and food?
Dia de los Muertos or Day of the Dead
Which company produces a large parade every Thanksgiving in New York City?
Macy's
What is the most common tree species known for vibrant red leaves in the fall?
Maple tree
How many days did the first Thanksgiving last?
3
What fall fruit is used to make cider?
Apples
Which country celebrates Oktoberfest, a fall festival famous for beer, food, and music?
Germany
What is the name of the holiday that many Americans shop for discounts on after Thanksgiving?
Black Friday
Which US president declared Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What ship did the Pilgrims sail on to reach America?
What nut is traditionally used in a fall pie alongside corn syrup?
Pecans
In what month does fall officially begin in the Southern Hemisphere?
March
What is the name of the piece of Turkey that people pull apart for good luck?
Wishbone
What popular sport is often watched on Thanksgiving Day?
Football
Who was the Native American who helped the Pilgrims survive their first year?
Squanto
Which popular Thanksgiving side dish is made from marshmallows and sweet potatoes?
Sweet potato casserole
Thanksgiving
What is the name of the horn-shaped decoration often seen on Thanksgiving tables?
Cornucopia
Why do leaves change color in the fall?
The chlorophyll inside the leaf breaks down, revealing the leaf's red, orange, and yellow pigments.
Which Native American Tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag tribe
Which root vegetable, often roasted in fall recipes, is sometimes confused with a sweet potato?
Yam
In Japan, what type of traditional poetry often celebrates the beauty of fall leaves?
Haiku
How many turkeys are estimated to be consumed annually on Thanksgiving in the US?
46 million
Which insect often gathers together in large groups during the fall before migrating to Mexico?
Monarch butterfly