Why Do We Eat Cranberries At Thanksgiving?

The video explores the history and significance of cranberries, a staple in Thanksgiving traditions. It covers the origins of cranberries in the US, their cultivation, and the development of the cranberry industry, including the creation of the Ocean Spray Cooperative. Wisconsin's leading role in cranberry production is highlighted, along with the unique characteristics of cranberries and their various products. The video emphasizes the health benefits of cranberries and encourages their consumption, especially during Thanksgiving.

What was one of the primary uses of cranberries by Indigenous tribes?

• Making pemmican

• Brewing tea

• Dyeing clothes

• Building shelters

How did the name 'cranberry' originate?

• From the shape of its leaves

• From a bird that fed on it

• From the sound it makes when crushed

• From the color of the fruit

Who was instrumental in the commercialization of cranberries through canning?

• Marcus Ayran

• Naji vanwagenen

• Elizabeth Lee

• John Makepeace

Which state is the leading producer of cranberries in the US?

• Wisconsin

• Maine

• Massachusetts

• New Jersey

What is a unique feature of cranberries that helps them rise to the water's surface?

• Their lightweight seeds

• Four air pockets inside

• Their hollow core

• Their buoyant skin