40 Turkey-Tastic Trivia Questions
Thanksgiving Trivia for All Ages
Add an extra helping of fun to your Thanksgiving gathering with this feast-worthy trivia challenge! Whether you’re celebrating with family, friends, or coworkers, these clever questions are sure to stir up laughter, memories, and maybe a little friendly competition. Test your crew’s Turkey Day knowledge with our cornucopia of Thanksgiving trivia covering food, history, parades, football, and more!
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🦃 Thanksgiving History
- In what year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
- Which Native American tribe celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?
- What year did Thanksgiving become a national holiday in the United States?
- Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
- Where was the first Thanksgiving feast held?
- How long did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
- Which U.S. president first proclaimed a national day of Thanksgiving?
- What was the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America?
- About how many Pilgrims survived the first winter in the New World?
- What was the name of the Pilgrim leader who served as governor of Plymouth Colony for 30 years?
🥧 Food & Feast Facts
- Which food was not likely served at the first Thanksgiving — turkey, pumpkin pie, or cranberry sauce?
- What meat did the Native Americans bring to the first Thanksgiving feast?
- What utensil was not used at the first Thanksgiving?
- Which U.S. state produces the most turkeys each year?
- What percentage of Americans eat turkey on Thanksgiving?
- How many pounds of turkey does the average American eat on Thanksgiving Day?
- What traditional Thanksgiving dish is made from bread, herbs, and broth?
- What dessert is most commonly served at Thanksgiving?
- What side dish is known as a “casserole classic” combining green beans, cream of mushroom soup, and crispy onions?
- What’s the most popular Thanksgiving pie flavor after pumpkin?
📺 Pop Culture & Traditions
- What is the name of the famous Thanksgiving Day parade held in New York City?
- What year was the first Thanksgiving Day parade in NYC?
- Which character was the first balloon featured in the NYC parade?
- Which professional sport is traditionally played on Thanksgiving Day?
- Which NFL team has hosted the most Thanksgiving Day games?
- What popular sitcom features a famous “turkey on the head” episode?
- What character in this sitcom famously wore a turkey on their head?
- What movie features a memorable Thanksgiving travel fiasco starring Steve Martin and John Candy?
- What famous cartoon dog has his own Thanksgiving special that first aired in 1973?
- What year did Black Friday become a common term for the day after Thanksgiving?
🌽 Fun Facts & Oddities
- How many feathers does the average adult turkey have?
- What is a baby turkey called?
- What is the red, fleshy growth that hangs down from a turkey’s neck called?
- True or False: Turkeys can fly short distances.
- What state was the first to adopt an annual Thanksgiving holiday before it became national?
- What’s the name of the Native American who taught the Pilgrims to plant corn?
- What is the name of the turkey that receives the official presidential pardon each year?
- What animal did Benjamin Franklin want to be the national bird instead of the eagle?
- What do most Americans say they’re most thankful for?
- What month is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada?
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