Thanksgiving Facts

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What day of the week do we celebrate Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving is celebrated on Thursday.

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What does it mean when a President pardons a turkey?

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It means the President is sparing the turkey from being eaten, allowing it to live.

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True or False: The first TV dinners were created because a Swanson employee ordered too many turkeys for Thanksgiving.

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True.

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What does the word 'turkey' mean in Hebrew?

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The word 'turkey' comes from the Hebrew word 'Tukki', which means 'Big bird'.

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Which cartoon character has appeared as a giant balloon in Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade more than any other?

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Snoopy.

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What is the traditional main dish served at Thanksgiving dinner?

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Turkey.

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What is the significance of Thanksgiving in the United States?

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Thanksgiving is a holiday to give thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year.

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What is a common side dish served at Thanksgiving?

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Stuffing or mashed potatoes.

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What is the name of the famous parade held on Thanksgiving Day?

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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What is the historical origin of Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving originated from a harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621.