Thanksgiving Trivia

What are the three most popular Thanksgiving side dishes?

• Cornbread, collard greens, and black-eyed peas
• Stuffing, mashed potatoes, and cranberry sauce
• Pumpkin pie, apple pie, and pecan pie
• Green bean casserole, sweet potato casserole, and mac + cheese

In what year did Thanksgiving become a national holiday in the United States?

• 1776
• 1863
• 1620
• 1918

What Native American tribe helped the Pilgrims during their first winter?

• Navajo
• Cherokee
• Iroquois
• Wampanoag

Which bird is traditionally the centerpiece of a Thanksgiving meal?

• Chicken
• Goose
• Duck
• Turkey

What year did the Pilgrims arrive in America on the Mayflower?

• 1620
• 1492
• 1812
• 1776

What popular event takes place in New York City on Thanksgiving Day?

• The Rose Bowl Parade
• The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
• The World Series
• The Super Bowl

What is the traditional purpose of the wishbone-breaking tradition?

• To make a wish
• To see who gets the biggest piece
• For good luck
• All of these options

Who is often credited with organizing the first Thanksgiving celebration?

• The Vikings and Inuits
• The Cherokee and Sioux
• The Aztecs and Mayans
• The Pilgrims and Wampanoag Native Americans

How many calories does the average American consume on Thanksgiving Day?

• 4,000 to 5,000
• 3,000 to 4,000
• 2,000 to 3,000
• 1,000 to 2,000

Can you name a traditional Thanksgiving dessert?

• Lemon bars
• Peach cobbler
• Chocolate cake
• Pumpkin pie