Thanksgiving fun facts

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How many towns in the United States are named 'Turkey'?

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4

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What is the name of the day after Thanksgiving?

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Black Friday

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What is the average number of calories consumed on Thanksgiving?

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4500

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How many pumpkin pies do Americans eat on Thanksgiving Day?

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50 million

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In what year did the tradition of football on Thanksgiving begin?

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1876

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What is Thanksgiving primarily celebrated for?

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Giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year.

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What is a common food served at Thanksgiving dinner?

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Turkey

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What is the significance of the first Thanksgiving?

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It was a harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621.

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What is the traditional color associated with Thanksgiving?

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Orange, representing pumpkins and autumn.

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What is a popular activity on Thanksgiving Day besides eating?

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Watching football.

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