Thanksgiving Day Football

How many professional football games are broadcast on Thanksgiving Day?

• 1. Four
     

• 1. Three

• 1. Two

• 1. One

Which team started the tradition of playing professional football on Thanksgiving Day?

• 1. The Dallas Cowboys

• 1. The Chicago Bears

• 1. The Detroit Lions

When did they start playing football on Thanksgiving?

• 1. In 1966

• In 1876

• 1. In 1934

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 Why did high schools traditionally schedule football games on Thanksgiving Day?

• 1. To establish a new tradition

• 1. To compete against major rivals

• 1. To celebrate the holiday

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How has the scheduling of football games on Thanksgiving Day changed over time?

• 1. Games are now played throughout the entire holiday weekend

• 1. Games are now played on the Friday following Thanksgiving

• 1. Games are now played on the Saturday following Thanksgiving

How did World War II impact the tradition of Thanksgiving Day football?

• 1. It resulted in changes to the game rules

• 1. It caused the cancellation of games

• It led to the creation of new teams

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Why should football be considered a traditional part of Thanksgiving celebrations?

• 1. Because it is a way to honor World War II veterans

• 1. Because it is a popular sport in the United States

• Because it has been played on Thanksgiving for over 100 years

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Which level of football has been playing on Thanksgiving Day for over 100 years?

• 1. Professional

• College

• 1. High school

 Which teams are always featured in the professional football games on Thanksgiving Day?

• 1. The Dallas Cowboys and the Detroit Lions

• 1. The Dallas Cowboys and the Green Bay Packers

• 1. The Dallas Cowboys and the New York Giants