Thanksgiving Quiz

When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada?

• First Monday in October

• Second Monday in October

• Fourth Monday in October

• Third Monday in October

When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the U.S.?

• Fourth Thursday in November

• First Thursday in November

• Second Thursday in November

• Third Thursday in November

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In which year did Thanksgiving become a holiday in all American states?

• 1863

• 1885

• 1857

• 1870

Where was the first Thanksgiving celebration believed to have taken place?

• Philadelphia

• Boston

• New York City

• Plymouth

Who taught the pilgrims how to catch fish and grow corn?

• Sacagawea

• Chief Powhatan

• Squanto

• Pocahontas

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How many English men, women, and children were part of the first Thanksgiving celebration?

• 30

• 40

• 60

• 50

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What is the main part of the traditional Thanksgiving meal?

• Goose

• Turkey

• Duck

• Chicken

Which food item is commonly eaten with Thanksgiving meal?

• Bread

• Rice

• Pasta

• Mashed potatoes with gravy

According to Wikipedia, Americans eat more food on Thanksgiving than on any other day of the year. Is this statement true or false?

• False

• Partially true

• True

• Not mentioned

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How many Americans are estimated to travel 50 miles or more to be with friends and family for Thanksgiving dinner?

• 56.3 million

• 66.3 million

• 36.3 million

• 46.3 million