High-Flying Balloon Characters Star In Thanksgiving Parade

High-Flying Balloon Characters Star In Thanksgiving Parade

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The transcript covers the 96th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, highlighting the NYPD's presence, the lineup of balloons and floats, and the weather conditions affecting the parade and other regions. It also delves into the parade's history, mentioning its hiatus during World War II, and introduces new and returning floats and balloons. The presenter shares personal anecdotes and cultural references, including mentions of Santa Claus, Mariah Carey, and pumpkin pie.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which character is mentioned as being in the number one position at the start of the parade?

Snoopy

Tom the Turkey

Ronald McDonald

Blue

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What weather conditions are expected in the South during the parade?

Sunny and clear

Snow and ice

Thunderstorms and flash flooding

Mild and breezy

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During which years was the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade paused?

1940-1942

1941-1943

1942-1944

1943-1945

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which new float is mentioned as making a return to the parade?

Dino and Baby Dino

Jeffrey from Toys-R-Us

Wonder Bread

Baby Shark

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is notable about Santa Claus's float in the parade?

It is made entirely of balloons

It is 3 1/2 stories tall

It is the smallest float

It features a live reindeer