Thanksgiving Science Fun!

Front

What is the estimated number of turkeys eaten in the U.S. on Thanksgiving?

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46 million

Front

Before being sold, a cranberry must bounce ___ inches high.

Back

4 inches

Front

Sodium bicarbonate is more commonly known as...

Back

baking soda

Front

Which of these animals is the most common main course on Thanksgiving?

Back

turkey

Front

The pop-up timer in a turkey contains a small drop of a metal alloy that melts at _____________ degrees Fahrenheit.

Back

180 degrees Fahrenheit

Front

What is the main ingredient in cranberry sauce?

Back

Cranberries

Front

What is the traditional color of Thanksgiving decorations?

Back

Orange

Front

What is the purpose of a turkey baster?

Back

To moisten the turkey while it cooks.

Front

What is the name of the holiday celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November in the U.S.?

Back

Thanksgiving Day

Front

What is the main reason for celebrating Thanksgiving?

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To give thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year.