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Thanksgiving Trivia

Total questions: 26

Worksheet time: 43mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

When was Thanksgiving officially declared to be on the 2nd Monday of October?

a)

April 4th, 1938, which was an attempt to unite the country during the Cold War.

b)

December 26, 1941, ensuring that all Canadians would celebrate a unified Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October every year.

c)

January 31, 1957, when Parliament proclaimed the observance of the second Monday in October.

2.

What is the history behind the date of Canadian Thanksgiving being fixed on the second Monday in October?

a)

The date of Canadian Thanksgiving was fixed on the second Monday in October because the parliament was eating turkey and then they named it.

b)

The date of Canadian Thanksgiving was fixed on the second Monday in October to give people more time for holiday shopping.

c)

The date of Canadian Thanksgiving was fixed on the second Monday in October due to the influence of the railways and Parliament. In 1908, railways lobbied to make Thanksgiving a long weekend for family visits by train.

3.

What are some common customs and traditions associated with Canadian Thanksgiving?

a)

Attending parades and festivals

b)

Watching football games

c)

Exchanging gifts and cards

d)

Gathering with family and friends for a large meal and expressing gratitude

4.

What is the significance of Thanksgiving in Canadian culture?

a)

Thanksgiving in Canadian culture is a national holiday celebrated on the second Monday in October.

b)

Thanksgiving in Canadian culture is a day to commemorate the end of World War II.

c)

Thanksgiving in Canadian culture is a religious holiday celebrated on the second Monday in October.

d)

Thanksgiving in Canadian culture is a day to honor the country's indigenous people.

5.

How did the tradition of Thanksgiving in Canada originate?

a)

Native American traditions

b)

Religious traditions of gratitude

c)

European traditions of harvest festivals

d)

Colonial traditions of giving thanks

6.

Why is Thanksgiving celebrated on a different date in Canada compared to the United States?

a)

Different political reasons

b)

Different cultural practices

c)

Different religious beliefs

d)

Different historical origins and traditions

7.

What are some traditional Canadian dishes served during Thanksgiving?

a)

Sushi, miso soup, tempura, and mochi

b)

Spaghetti and meatballs, garlic bread, Caesar salad, and tiramisu

c)

Grilled chicken, rice, green beans, and apple pie

d)

Roast turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, and pumpkin pie

8.

What is the history behind the Thanksgiving tradition in Canada?

a)

The Thanksgiving tradition in Canada originated from the Pilgrims who settled in Plymouth, Massachusetts in 1620.

b)

The Thanksgiving tradition in Canada began as a way to celebrate the harvest season and give thanks for a bountiful year.

c)

The Thanksgiving tradition in Canada was introduced by European settlers in the 18th century as a way to commemorate successful harvests.

d)

The Thanksgiving tradition in Canada dates back to 1578 when Martin Frobisher, an explorer, held a formal ceremony to give thanks for surviving his journey to the Arctic. It became a national holiday in 1879.

9.

What are some traditional Canadian desserts served during Thanksgiving?

a)

Apple pie

b)

Pumpkin pie, butter tarts, Nanaimo bars

c)

Maple syrup pie

d)

Bannock

10.

How do Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving?

a)

Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving on the first Monday of October with a small meal and give thanks for the blessings of the year.

b)

Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving on the fourth Thursday of November with a large meal and give thanks for the blessings of the year.

c)

Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving on the third Sunday of October with a small meal and give thanks for the blessings of the year.

d)

Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving on the second Monday of October with a large meal and give thanks for the blessings of the year.

11.

What are some common Thanksgiving decorations used in Canada?

a)

Pumpkins, cornucopias, fall leaves, and harvest-themed centerpieces

b)

Turkeys, pilgrim hats, scarecrows, and acorns

c)

Maple leaves, Canadian flags, hockey sticks, and moose

d)

Poinsettias, mistletoe, holly, and Christmas lights

12.

What is the significance of the Thanksgiving turkey in Canadian culture?

a)

The Thanksgiving turkey is a symbol of luck and prosperity.

b)

The Thanksgiving turkey is a symbol of family and togetherness.

c)

The Thanksgiving turkey is a symbol of tradition and heritage.

d)

The Thanksgiving turkey is a symbol of abundance and gratitude.

13.

Where did the Pilgrims first land?

a)

Boston

b)

New York

c)

Plymouth

d)

Washington

14.

What was the name of the ship that carried the Pilgrims?

a)

The Pinta

b)

The Juneflower

c)

The Mayflower

d)

The Santa Maria

15.

How many passengers were onboard?

a)

117

b)

102

c)

74

d)

28

16.

Who was the captain of the ship that carried the Pilgrims?

a)

Christopher Jones

b)

John Smith

c)

Thomas Williams

d)

William Tell

17.

How many days were the pilgrims aboard the Mayflower?

a)

93

b)

74

c)

66

d)

220

18.

What was the name of the tribe that helped the Pilgrims?

a)

Cree

b)

Iroquois

c)

Wampanoag

d)

Apache

19.

Who declared Thanksgiving as a national holiday on the 4th Thursday of November?

a)

Woodrow Wilson

b)

George Washington

c)

Abraham Lincoln

d)

Andrew Jackson

20.

Which country did the Pilgrims leave?

a)

England

b)

Germany

c)

France

d)

Spain

21.

Why did the Pilgrims leave their country?

a)

Natural disaster

b)

Political unrest

c)

To escape the jurisdiction of the Church of England, which they found corrupt

d)

Economic opportunity

22.

Which country did the Pilgrims move to in 1608?

a)

England

b)

France

c)

Amsterdam

d)

The Netherlands

23.

What food did we eat for last Thanksgiving?

a)

Turkey

b)

Turkey Sandwich

c)

Rice, Cranberry Sauce, Gravy, Turkey

d)

Rice, Cranberry Sauce, Gravy, Turkey, Banana Loaf, Ginger Cookies, Donuts

24.

What is the usual type of meat used for Thanksgiving?

(a)  

25.

What games are played on Thanksgiving day?

a)

Go on a Scavenger Hunt

b)

Host a Floral Arranging Contest

c)

Solve a Puzzle

d)

Play the Thankful Game

e)

Baking

26.

What games are played on Thanksgiving? (Part 2)

a)

Movies Emoji Game

b)

TURKEY PINTA

c)

Host a Bake-Off

d)

Bob for Apples

e)

Be Sweet