Thanksgiving Trivia

Which state produces the most turkeys in the U.S.?

• Kansas

• California

• Arkansas

• Minnesota

What is a snood?

• The loose skin under a male turkey’s neck

• A hat worn by a Pilgrim

• A hot cider drink served at Thanksgiving

• A special double pipe smoked by 2 people at the end of the meal

The Pilgrims came to the New World seeking religious freedom and were also called:

• The Puritans

• The Great Explorers

• The Who

• The Wanderers

Which of the following was NOT served at the Pilgrims Thanksgiving meal?

• Lobster, clams, and fish

• Cranberries, corn, and mashed potatoes

• Rabbit, chicken, and dried fruit

• Venison (deer meat), goose, and squash

How does the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade conclude?

• Fireworks

• The Mayor shouts "Let's Eat!"

• With the arrival of Santa Claus

• The pop all the giant balloons

Black Friday is the biggest day of the year for what trade profession?

• LPNs (nurses)

• Plumbers

• Electricians

• Aircraft mechanic

Statistically, what is Americans’ favorite Thanksgiving side dish?

• Mashed potatoes

• Green bean casserole

• Grandma's lime jello salad with cottage cheese and pineapple

• Stuffing

Which two football teams took part in the first ever NFL Thanksgiving Day game in 1934?

• Philadelphia Eagles and Green Bay Packers

• Pittsburgh Pirates and New York Giants

• Detroit Lions and Chicago Bears

• Minnesota Vikings and Dallas Cowboys

Each year the President pardons a turkey at Thanksgiving. Where does it go?

• It goes to live on The Farm

• Frying Pan Park

• Shenandoah National Park

• Las Vegas

Before being harvested and sold, an individual cranberry must bounce at least how many inches high to make sure they aren't too ripe?

• 1 inch

• 2 inches

• 3 inches

• 4 inches