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Thanksgiving trivia is full of rich history and fun facts that span the entire globe. Read or play the below 138 Trivia questions and I guarantee, you and your family will have a blast learning facts about the holiday of Thanksgiving. These 138 Thanksgiving trivia questions include information about the cultures that influenced our American Thanksgiving, as-well-as the international versions that exist across the world. Playing these Thanksgiving trivia questions with friends and family will be an excellent activity to share during the holidays, while having a little competitive fun around those we care about. Be safe this holiday season and don't forget to take time to reflect on what you are grateful for. Happy Thanksgiving and have fun playing trivia! Contents 138 Thanksgiving Trivia Questions & Answers1.1 Play Thanksgiving Trivia Questions Quiz1.2 Read 138 Thanksgiving Trivia Questions & AnswersThanksgiving Trivia Questions & Answers by Category1.3 Thanksgiving Around the World Trivia Questions & Answers1.4 Thanksgiving Foods Trivia Questions & Answers1.5 Thanksgiving History Trivia Questions & Answers1.6 Thanksgiving Parades Trivia Questions & Answers1.7 Thanksgiving Traditions Trivia Questions & AnswersRelated Content1.8 Play Food Trivia1.9 Play Halloween Trivia2.0 Play Animal Trivia2.1 Play Art Trivia2.2 Play Random Trivia Play Thanksgiving History Trivia Questions Quiz Click Play Now to Launch Thanksgiving Trivia Quiz Play NowPage 1 of 117 Where did the 1619 event that modern Thanksgiving holiday tradition is traced back to, take place? Connecticut Carolina Virginia Florida Page 2 of 117 For the 16th and 17th century puritans, special blessings, viewed as coming from God, called for what? Days of Thanksgiving Days of Sacrifice Days of Sorrow Days of Somber Reflection Page 3 of 117 Thanksgiving began as a day of giving thanks and sacrifice for the previous year, as-well-as what? Good Weather The Harvest The Advancement of Science Death Page 4 of 117 When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada? The First Monday of October The Third Monday of October The Last Monday of October The Second Monday of October Page 5 of 117 What is the name of the Thanksgiving festival that is celebrated in Rwanda on the First Friday of August? Eid al-Fitr Boxing Day Umuganura Day Eid al-Adha Page 6 of 117 The Thanksgiving holiday history in North America is rooted in English traditions from which religious Reformation? Catholic Protestant Baptist Methodist Page 7 of 117 In what year did the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade begin? 1927 1928 1923 1924 Page 8 of 117 In what year did the English reformation begin? 1526 1536 1506 1516 Page 9 of 117 According to some historians, the Pilgrims may have been influenced by watching the annual services of Thanksgiving for what? The Relief of the Siege of Leningrad The Relief of the Siege of Tenochtitlan The Relief of the Siege of Malta The Relief of the Siege of Leiden Page 10 of 117 When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States? The First Thursday of November The Fourth Thursday of November The Second Thursday of November The Third Thursday of November Page 11 of 117 When did the practice of holding an annual Thanksgiving harvest festival become a regular affair in New England? The 1640s The 1610s The 1630s The 1660s Page 12 of 117 Which historic event shifted most Thanksgiving proclamations, from the church to political leaders? The Declaration of Independence The American Revolutions The Whiskey Rebellion The Battle of New Orleans Page 13 of 117 Which two states in the US have historically been at odds over where the first Thanksgiving was held? Florida and Virginia Connecticut and Florida New England and Virginia New England and New York Page 14 of 117 In what year did the Gimbels Department Store sponsor the first, and what would become the oldest, Thanksgiving Day parade in the United States? 1920 1921 1918 1919 Page 15 of 117 In England in the 20th century during Samhain, pranksters would hollow out turnips or mangel wurzels carved with grotesque faces, to use as what? Helmets Scare Crows Masks Lanterns Page 16 of 117 In what year did Canada finally have a fixed date for Thanksgiving? 1871 1863 1872 1862 Page 17 of 117 Where do some historians argue, that the earliest Thanksgiving service was celebrated, by the Spanish community on September 8, 1565? Saint Augustine, Florida Miami, Florida Tampa, Florida Naples, Florida Page 18 of 117 What unusual annual Day of Thanksgiving began in 1606 following the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605? Whit Monday Stephen Lawrence Day Burns Night Guy Fawkes Night Page 19 of 117 In what year did the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade suspend because rubber and helium were needed for the war efforts? 1947 1961 1942 1956 Page 20 of 117 Which department store started America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit? Boscov’s The J. L. Hudson Company Macy's The Gimbels Department Store Page 21 of 117 Who had set the final Thursday in November as the customary date for thanksgiving in the U.S? Ulysses S. Grant Andrew Johnson James Buchanan Abraham Lincoln Page 22 of 117 The origins of Canadian Thanksgiving are sometimes traced back to which 17th century settlers? The English The Americans The Polish The French Page 23 of 117 Days of thanksgiving and special thanksgiving religious services became important to the English Reformation during the reign of which king? Henry VIII Henry V Henry VII Henry VI Page 24 of 117 What is the name of the annual Dutch festival held in Leiden during the days leading up to October 3rd? Oktoberfeest Bloemencorso Koningsdag Zomercarnaval Page 25 of 117 In what year did U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt sign a joint resolution of Congress changing the national Thanksgiving Day to the fourth Thursday in November? 1939 1942 1940 1941 Page 26 of 117 Who were the 16th and 17th century English Protestants that sought to purify the Church of England of Roman Catholic practices? The Quakers The Baptists The Puritans The Anglicans Page 27 of 117 Which President of the United States, proclaimed the first nationwide Thanksgiving celebration in America? James Madison Thomas Jefferson John Adams George Washington Page 28 of 117 In the West African country of Liberia, when is their Thanksgiving celebrated? The Third Thursday of November The Last Thursday of November The Second Thursday of November The First Thursday of November Page 29 of 117 What was the name of the ship the Pilgrims emigrated to North America on during the 17th century? The Queen Mary The Mayflower The Mary Rose The Santa Maria Page 30 of 117 Since 1971, when the American Uniform Monday Holiday Act took effect, which American holiday has coincided with the Canadian observance of Thanksgiving? Memorial Day Labor Day Columbus Day Independence Day Page 31 of 117 Besides the United States, which country celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Liberia Italy Turkey Portugal Page 32 of 117 In which Australian external territory is Thanksgiving celebrated on the last Wednesday of November? Ashmore Island Norfolk Island Cartier Island Christmas Island Page 33 of 117 When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Liberia? The 2nd Thursday in November The 4th Thursday in November The 1st Thursday in November The 3rd Thursday in November Page 34 of 117 For the 16th and 17th century puritans, unexpected disasters or threats of judgement from on high called for what? Days of Sleeping Days of Feasting Days of Fasting Days of Travel Page 35 of 117 Which President instituted a National Thanksgiving Day in Brazil? President Gaspar Dutra President Getúlio Vargas President Jânio Quadros President João Goulart Page 36 of 117 What is another name for the annual Dutch festival, Oktoberfeest? Festivus Oktober Boxing Day Dutchfest Page 37 of 117 In 1966, which Brazilian law established that the Thanksgiving celebration would take place on the fourth Thursday of November? Law 5011 Law 5100 Law 5001 Law 5110 Page 38 of 117 Thanksgiving is a statutory holiday in all provinces of Canada, except for which two? New Brunswick and Nova Scotia Alberta and British Columbia Manitoba and Newfoundland Labrador and Nunavut Page 39 of 117 According to some historians, in what year did the first celebration of Thanksgiving in North America occur? 1588 1597 1571 1578 Page 40 of 117 In what year did the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade resume, after its initial suspension due to the rubber and helium required for war efforts? 1951 1945 1948 1950 Page 41 of 117 On what date is the national holiday of Thanksgiving Day celebrated on the West Indian island of Grenada? October 25th November 15th November 25th October 15th Page 42 of 117 Before the 1536 English reformation, how many church holidays were there? 88 Church Holidays 91 Church Holidays 95 Church Holidays 101 Church Holidays Page 43 of 117 What was the name of the North American colony the Pilgrims settled during the 17th century? Plymouth Colony Jamestown Massachusetts Bay Colony Province of Massachusetts Page 44 of 117 In the West African country of Liberia, the Thanksgiving tradition there is rooted in the nation’s founding as a colony by which group? The United States of America Colonization Organization The American Society of Organized Colonies The United States Organization of Colonies The American Colonization Society Page 45 of 117 Which residential neighborhood in Brooklyn renamed a street “Ragamuffin Way” in honor of the neighborhood’s 50-year-old tradition, which as part of Thanksgiving, involved candy seeking children going door-to-door dressed as New York City beggars? Bushwick Williamsburg Bay Ridge Flatbush Page 46 of 117 What is the name of the practice of looking into a suitable medium, in the hope of detecting significant messages or visions? Scrying Clairvoyance Augury Divination, Page 47 of 117 Who influenced Abraham Lincoln to declare an official U.S. date for Thanksgiving, writing letters to politicians for approximately 40 years advocating for an official holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale Jane Addams Abigail Smith Adams Louisa may Alcott Page 48 of 117 What is the name of the church in Leiden, Netherlands, where a non-denominational Thanksgiving Day service is held each year on the morning of American Thanksgiving Day? Dull Gret Oude Kerk Pieterskerk Laurens Church Page 49 of 117 In Brazil, National Thanksgiving Day was instituted by President Gaspar Dutra, through what law on August 17, 1949? Law 871 Law 781 Law 870 Law 780 Page 50 of 117 What were the majority of the early Church of England Separatists who were aboard the mayflower called? Quakers Brownists Philadelphians Anabaptists Page 51 of 117 After World War II, until what year did the the Philippines celebrate Thanksgiving on the same day as Americans? 1965 1968 1970 1969 Page 52 of 117 In late 19th century Canada, what would the Militia do for public entertainment on Thanksgiving Day? Stage “Sham Battles” Perform Plays Demonstrate Military Exercises Have Real Battles Page 53 of 117 Besides the United States, which country celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Italy Jamaica Canada Thailand Page 54 of 117 What date did President Ferdinand Marcos change the Thanksgiving day holiday to in the Philippines? October 11th November 23rd September 1st September 21st Page 55 of 117 According to some historians, whose 1578 exploratory voyage marked the first celebration of Thanksgiving in North America? Humphrey Gilbert Francis Drake Martin Frobisher Henry Hudson Page 56 of 117 The first official Canadian Thanksgiving occurred on April 15, 1872, when the nation was celebrating whose recovery from a serious illness? George VI Alexandra of Denmark George V Prince of Wales’ Edward the VII Page 57 of 117 Where is the annual Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Parade held? Montreal New Orleans St. Lucia St. Louis Page 58 of 117 When is the Thanksgiving festival, that marks the start of the harvest, celebrated in Rwanda? The First Friday of August The Fourth Friday of August The Third Friday of August The Second Friday of August Page 59 of 117 What is another name for the annual Dutch festival, Oktoberfeest? Altausseer Kirtag Kulmbach Cannstatter Wasen Leidens Ontzet Page 60 of 117 Who were 17th century Brownists named after? Stan Browne Adam Browne Robert Browne Tracy Browne Page 61 of 117 The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was known nationwide shortly after having been prominently featured in which 1947 film? It Happened on 5th Avenue Life With Father Fun and Fancy Free Miracle on 34th Street Page 62 of 117 Which US President attempted to strike a compromise between New England and Virginia‘s regional Thanksgiving origination claims, by issuing Proclamation 3560? Soul Candy Bannock Bonfire Toffee John F. Kennedy Page 63 of 117 Since what year has Thanksgiving been an annual tradition in the United States, by presidential proclamation? 1863 1848 1862 1880 Page 64 of 117 What is commemorated on Grenada’s Thanksgiving Day holiday? The Freeing of Several Political Prisoners The Capture Several Political Prisoners The Death of Several Political Prisoners The Exchange of Several Political Prisoners Page 65 of 117 What kind of visiting American ships brought Thanksgiving to Norfolk Island, Australia? Tanker Ships Naval Ships Whaling Ships Passenger Ships Page 66 of 117 Which annual Thanksgiving day parade is the world’s largest parade? The McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit 6abc Dunkin’ Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade Page 67 of 117 In what year did President Gaspar Dutra institute a new law to declare a Brazilian national Thanksgiving holiday? 1945 1943 1949 1948 Page 68 of 117 Besides the United States, which country celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Portugal Switzerland Sweden Saint Lucia Page 69 of 117 Most of the U.S. aspects of Thanksgiving were incorporated into Canadian tradition when which group of people left the United States during the American Revolution to settle in Canada? United People of Migrant Americans United Empire Loyalists United Patriots of America United Patriots of Canada Page 70 of 117 Which parade is tied with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for the second-oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States? McDonald’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 6abc Dunkin’ Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit UBS Balloon Parade Page 71 of 117 What were the 16th and 17th century Puritan’s hoping to eliminate all together? Religious Holidays Formal Dress Firearms Sacrilege Page 72 of 117 The American tradition of carving pumpkins had not been specifically associated with Halloween until what century? The 18th Century The 20th Century The 19th Century The 17th Century Page 73 of 117 What is the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States currently called? America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit The Annual Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Parade The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 6abc Dunkin’ Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade Page 74 of 117 What was the name of the North American territory French settlers predominantly migrated to during the 17th century? Newfoundland New Zealand New Orleans New France Page 75 of 117 After what period of American history, following the Civil War, was a nationwide Thanksgiving realized? The Great Depression The American Revolution The Reconstruction Era The Progressive Era Page 76 of 117 What is the name of the tradition, which as part of Thanksgiving, involved children going door-to-door seeking candy, dressed as beggars and homeless residents of New York? Halloween Ragamuffin Day Day of the Dead Walpurgis Night Page 77 of 117 When does the nation of Saint Lucia celebrate Thanksgiving? The Fourth Monday of October The Second Monday of October The First Monday of October The Third Monday of October Page 78 of 117 Which President of the Philippines revived the country’s Thanksgiving day holiday, until it ended in 1986? Ferdinand Marcos Diosdado Macapagal Corazon Aquino Ramon Magsaysay Page 79 of 117 Where was 17th century English Separatist Robert Browne born? Cheshire, England Notts, England Rutland, England Norfolk, England Page 80 of 117 Which department store sponsored the first, and what would become the oldest, Thanksgiving Day parade in the United States? Gimbels Department Store Lord & Taylor Kiehl’s Macy's Page 81 of 117 How many towns in the United States are named “Turkey"? Eight Five Four None Page 82 of 117 In what year did the first Mickey Mouse Ballon enter the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 1940 1938 1934 1935 Page 83 of 117 Besides the United States, which country celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Grenada Jamaica China Haiti Page 84 of 117 Who has traditionally led the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1985? New York City MTA New York City Fire Department New York City Port Authority New York City Police Department Highway Patrol Page 85 of 117 As of 2020, what chain of malls led the way in reviving Thanksgiving as a commercial and cultural holiday in the Philippines, by offering special promotions and sales? NE Pacific Shopping Center Corp. SM Supermalls CityMall Tuguegarao City 168 Shopping Mall Page 86 of 117 What was used in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, prior to balloons? Zoo Animals Firearms Clowns Celebrities Page 87 of 117 Which Act of United States Congress moved the federal holidays of Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, and Labor Day permanently to a Monday? The Northwest Holiday Ordinance The Organic Holiday Act The Uniform Monday Holiday Act The Elective Holiday Act Page 88 of 117 In what year were balloons introduced into the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 1937 1929 1928 1935 Page 89 of 117 What was Martin Frobisher in search of on his 1578 voyage from England? The Northwest Passage Spices The Straight of Magellan The Singapore Passage Page 90 of 117 Which American company produced the large animal-shaped balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the 1920s through the 1980s? Raven Industries The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company Johnson & Johnson Ford Page 91 of 117 How many people handle the larger and more popular, licensed pop-culture characters in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 60 100 90 75 Page 92 of 117 What is the name of the third balloon class from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which from 2005 to 2012, and then resuming in 2018, transformed the works of contemporary artists into full-size balloons? The Blue Sky Gallery The New Sky Gallery The Art Sky Gallery The Historic Art Gallery Page 93 of 117 What is the name of the self-powered balloon vehicles that were introduced in the 2004 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? A Ballooncycle A Balloonmobile A Balloonicle A Ballooninator Page 94 of 117 What type of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons depict children's cartoons? Kid Favorite Balloons Toon Balloons Cartoon Balloons Character Balloons Page 95 of 117 After the 1536 English reformation, how many church holidays were there? 27 Church Holidays 15 Church Holidays 28 Church Holidays 25 Church Holidays Page 96 of 117 The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ends with whose arrival? The Thanksgiving Day Turkey The Halloween Pumpkin Santa Clause The New Year's Baby Page 97 of 117 After Gimbels went under in 1986, which family-owned department store took over sponsorship of and renamed the Gimbels Thanksgiving Day Parade? Boscov's Gus Mayer Dunham's Wilson's Page 98 of 117 Which television network has been the official broadcaster of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1953? NBC CBS ABC TBS Page 99 of 117 In the late 19th century Canada, Thanksgiving Day was normally celebrated on what date? November 28th November 11th November 22th November 6th Page 100 of 117 Which current host of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has helped host the event since 1995? Savannah Guthrie Al Roker Meredith Vieira Ann Curry Page 101 of 117 In which New York borough has the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade always been held? The Bronx Brooklyn Manhattan Queens Page 102 of 117 When is Thanksgiving celebrated on Norfolk Island? The Last Wednesday in November The Second Wednesday in November The Third Wednesday in November The First Wednesday in November Page 103 of 117 Where is the McDonald's Thanksgiving Day Parade held annually? Manhattan, New York Chicago, Illinois San Diego, California Miami, Florida Page 104 of 117 Days of thanksgiving and special thanksgiving religious services became important to the English Reformation during the reign of Henry VIII and were in essence, a reaction to the large number of religious holidays of which denomination? Protestantism Anglicanism Catholicism Lutheranism Page 105 of 117 In what year was the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade televised? 1948 1945 1951 1952 Page 106 of 117 Which American manufacturing company made the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons from 1984 to 2019? Trans American Rubber The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company The J. L. Hudson Company Raven Industries Page 107 of 117 Which Thanksgiving Balloon Parade is held in Stamford, Connecticut, the Sunday before Thanksgiving, so as not to compete with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City? The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade The UBS Balloon Parade ABC Dunkin' Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade America's Hometown Thanksgiving Parade Page 108 of 117 What is the name of the first day after Thanksgiving Day which marks the start of the Christmas shopping season? Black Monday Thanksgiving Eve Cyber Monday Black Friday Page 109 of 117 Which Governor planned the Massachusetts colony's Thanksgiving celebration and feast in 1623? Governor Bradford Governor Winthrop Governor Winslow Governor Alden Page 110 of 117 The vast 1712 territory of New France consisted of how many colonies during its peak? Six Three Five Four Page 111 of 117 Which Canadian holiday caused Parliament to move Thanksgiving to the second Monday of October, out fear the two holidays would clash? Boxing Day Canada Day Victoria Day Armistice Day Page 112 of 117 Who made most Thanksgiving proclamations in New England up until 1682? Politicians Church Leaders Kings Village Leaders Page 113 of 117 What is the name of the country house where Robert Brown was born, in the parish of Little Casterton, Rutland? Windsor House Motteux House Norfolk House Sandringham House Page 114 of 117 Which U.S. president signed a presidential proclamation on October 31st, 1939, changing Thanksgiving's date from the last, to the second to last Thursday in November? Woodrow Wilson Winston Churchill Franklin D. Roosevelt Harry S. Truman Page 115 of 117 What is the name of the annual Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade is held in Philadelphia? The UBS Balloon Parade Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit Page 116 of 117 Who suggested to President Gaspar Dutra to declare an official Brazilian Thanksgiving holiday? Ambassador Ruy Barbosa Ambassador Luís Gama Ambassador José do Patrocínio Ambassador Joaquim Nabuco Page 117 of 117 What is the name of the annual Thanksgiving Day Ballon Parade held in Plymouth Massachusetts? 6abc Dunkin' Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade The Annual Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Parade held? Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade America's Hometown Thanksgiving Parade Read 138 Thanksgiving History Trivia Questions & Answers The following 138 Thanksgiving trivia questions cover a variety of topics related to the holiday. The categories include the foods, history, cultural differences, parades, and traditions. Read on to learn more about your favorite holiday. Thanksgiving Around the World Trivia Back to table of contents... Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated in many countries around the world. The reasons for each Thanksgiving, does vary by country, through a few different core elements. While the date and traditions may vary, the core concept of giving thanks for the blessings of the past year is universal. Continue reading for thanksgiving trivia questions and answers about the different cultures around the world that celebrate the holiday. Thanksgiving Around the World Trivia Questions & Answers 1. Who suggested to President Gaspar Dutra to declare an official Brazilian Thanksgiving holiday? Ambassador Joaquim Nabuco 2. Which Canadian holiday caused Parliament to move Thanksgiving to the second Monday of October, out fear the two holidays would clash? Armistice Day 3. Besides the United States, which island country in the West Indies in the Caribbean Sea at the southern end of the Grenadines island chain celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Grenada 4. When is Thanksgiving celebrated on Norfolk Island? The Last Wednesday in November 5. In the late 19th century Canada, Thanksgiving Day was normally celebrated on what date? November 6th 6. As of 2020, what chain of malls led the way in reviving Thanksgiving as a commercial and cultural holiday in the Philippines, by offering special promotions and sales? SM Supermalls 7. Besides the United States, which island country of the West Indies in the eastern Caribbean celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Saint Lucia 8. When does the nation of Saint Lucia celebrate Thanksgiving? The First Monday of October 9. Which President of the Philippines revived the country's Thanksgiving day holiday, until it ended in 1986? Ferdinand Marcos 10. In what year did President Gaspar Dutra institute a new law to declare a Brazilian national Thanksgiving holiday? 1949 11. What kind of visiting American ships brought Thanksgiving to Norfolk Island, Australia? Whaling Ships 12. Besides the United States, which North American country celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Canada 13. What is commemorated on Grenada's Thanksgiving Day holiday? The Freeing of Several Political Prisoners 14. When is the Thanksgiving festival, that marks the start of the harvest, celebrated in Rwanda? The First Friday of August 15. What is another name for the annual Dutch festival, Oktoberfeest? Leidens Ontzet 16. The first official Canadian Thanksgiving occurred on April 15, 1872, when the nation was celebrating whose recovery from a serious illness? Prince of Wales' Edward the VII 17. After World War II, until what year did the the Philippines celebrate Thanksgiving on the same day as Americans? 1969 18. Besides the United States, which country on the West African coast celebrates Thanksgiving as a national holiday? Liberia 19. In late 19th century Canada, what would the Militia do for public entertainment on Thanksgiving Day? Stage "Sham Battles" 20. What date did President Ferdinand Marcos change the Thanksgiving day holiday to in the Philippines? September 21st 21. What is the name of the church in Leiden, Netherlands, where a non-denominational Thanksgiving Day service is held each year on the morning of American Thanksgiving Day? Pieterskerk 22. In Brazil, National Thanksgiving Day was instituted by President Gaspar Dutra, through what law on August 17, 1949? Law 781 23. In the West African country of Liberia, the Thanksgiving tradition there is rooted in the nation's founding as a colony by which group? The American Colonization Society 24. On what date is the national holiday of Thanksgiving Day celebrated on the West Indian island of Grenada? October 25th 25. Which President instituted a National Thanksgiving Day in Brazil? President Gaspar Dutra 26. What is another name for the annual Dutch festival, Oktoberfeest? Oktober 27. In 1966, which Brazilian law established that the Thanksgiving celebration would take place on the fourth Thursday of November? Law 5110 28. Thanksgiving is a statutory holiday in all provinces of Canada, except for which two? New Brunswick and Nova Scotia 29. Since 1971, when the American Uniform Monday Holiday Act took effect, which American holiday has coincided with the Canadian observance of Thanksgiving? Columbus Day 30. In which Australian external territory is Thanksgiving celebrated on the last Wednesday of November?, Norfolk Island 31. When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Liberia? The 1st Thursday in November 32. In the West African country of Liberia, when is their Thanksgiving celebrated? The First Thursday of November 33. Days of thanksgiving and special thanksgiving religious services became important to the English Reformation during the reign of which king? Henry VIII 34. What is the name of the annual Dutch festival held in Leiden during the days leading up to October 3rd? Oktoberfeest 35. When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada? The Second Monday of October 36. What is the name of the Thanksgiving festival that is celebrated in Rwanda on the First Friday of August? Umuganura Day 37. In what year did Canada finally have a fixed date for Thanksgiving? 1872 38. Where do some historians argue, that the earliest Thanksgiving service was celebrated, by the Spanish community on September 8, 1565? Saint Augustine, Florida 39. What unusual annual Day of Thanksgiving began in 1606 following the failure of the Gunpowder Plot in 1605? Guy Fawkes Night 40. The origins of Canadian Thanksgiving are sometimes traced back to which 17th century settlers during the 17th century? The French 151 Food & Drink Trivia Questions & Answers For interesting food facts trivia, click the play now button to begin. Play Now Thanksgiving Foods Trivia Back to table of contents... Thanksgiving is a time for family and friends to come together and give thanks for the blessings of the past year. It is also a time to enjoy traditional foods such as turkey, stuffing, and mashed potatoes. This is likely why, the holiday is so popular; the food is delicious. For Thanksgiving foods trivia questions and answers, continue reading below. Thanksgiving Foods Trivia Questions & Answers 41. What is the most popular Thanksgiving food in the United States? Turkey 42. What is the average number of beers consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 1.5 43. What is the average number of slices of bread consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 3 44. What is the average number of cups of mashed potatoes consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 2 45. What is the most popular Thanksgiving dessert in the United States? Pumpkin pie 46. What is the fourth most popular Thanksgiving dessert in the United States? Chocolate pie 47. What is the fifth most popular Thanksgiving dessert in the United States? Ice cream 48. What is the average number of calories consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 4,500 49. What is the average number of pounds of turkey consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 1.2 50. What is the third most popular Thanksgiving food in the United States? Mashed potatoes 51. What is the average number of cups of stuffing consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 1.5 52. What is the average number of rolls consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 2 53. What is the fourth most popular Thanksgiving food in the United States? Stuffing 54. What is the average number of cups of cranberry sauce consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 0.5 55. What is the fifth most popular Thanksgiving food in the United States? Green bean casserole 56. What is the average number of pieces of pie consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 1.5 57. What is the third most popular Thanksgiving dessert in the United States? Pecan pie 58. What is the average number of glasses of wine consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 1 59. What is the second most popular Thanksgiving food in the United States? Ham 60. What is the average number of cocktails consumed per person at a Thanksgiving meal? 0.5 61. What is the second most popular Thanksgiving dessert in the United States? Apple pie 160 Halloween Trivia Questions & Answers For Halloween trivia fun facts, click the play now button to begin. Play Now Thanksgiving History Trivia Back to table of contents... Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada. It is a time for family and friends to come together and give thanks for the blessings of the past year. The holiday is based on a harvest feast that was held by the Pilgrims in the 1600s. Since then, there have been many events related to this beloved holiday, making it rich in history. For Thanksgiving history trivia questions and answers, read on. Thanksgiving History Trivia Questions & Answers 62. What is the name of the country house where Robert Brown was born, in the parish of Little Casterton, Rutland? Sandringham House 63. Which Governor planned the Massachusetts colony's Thanksgiving celebration and feast in 1623? Governor Bradford 64. The vast 1712 territory of New France consisted of how many colonies during its peak? Five 65. Days of thanksgiving and special thanksgiving religious services became important to the English Reformation during the reign of Henry VIII and were in essence, a reaction to the large number of religious holidays of which denomination? Catholicism 66. After the 1536 English reformation, how many church holidays were there? 27 Church Holidays 67. Where was 17th century English Separatist Robert Browne born? Rutland, England 68. What was the name of the North American territory French settlers predominantly migrated to during the 17th century? New France 69. After what period of American history, following the Civil War, was a nationwide Thanksgiving realized? The Reconstruction Era 70. What were the 16th and 17th century Puritan's hoping to eliminate all together? Religious Holidays 71. What was Martin Frobisher in search of on his 1578 voyage from England? The Northwest Passage 72. Which US President attempted to strike a compromise between New England and Virginia's regional Thanksgiving origination claims, by issuing Proclamation 3560? John F. Kennedy 73. Who were 17th century Brownists named after? Robert Browne 74. According to some historians, whose 1578 exploratory voyage marked the first celebration of Thanksgiving in North America? Martin Frobisher 75. What were the majority of the early Church of England Separatists who were aboard the mayflower called? Brownists 76. Who influenced Abraham Lincoln to declare an official U.S. date for Thanksgiving, writing letters to politicians for approximately 40 years advocating for an official holiday? Sarah Josepha Hale 77. Before the 1536 English reformation, how many church holidays were there? 95 Church Holidays 78. What was the name of the North American colony the Pilgrims settled during the 17th century? Plymouth Colony 79. According to some historians, in what year did the first celebration of Thanksgiving in North America occur? 1578 80. What was the name of the ship the Pilgrims emigrated to North America on during the 17th century? The Mayflower 81. Which President of the United States, proclaimed the first nationwide Thanksgiving celebration in America? George Washington 82. Who were the 16th and 17th century English Protestants that sought to purify the Church of England of Roman Catholic practices? The Puritans 83. Who had set the final Thursday in November as the customary date for thanksgiving in the U.S? Abraham Lincoln 84. In what year did U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt sign a joint resolution of Congress changing the national Thanksgiving Day to the fourth Thursday in November? 1941 85. Roughly, when did the practice of holding an annual Thanksgiving harvest festival become a regular affair in New England? The 1660s 86. Where did the 1619 event that modern Thanksgiving holiday tradition is traced back to, take place? Virginia 87. In what year did the English reformation begin? 1536 88. According to some historians, the Pilgrims may have been influenced by watching the annual services of Thanksgiving for what? The Relief of the Siege of Leiden 89. Which historic event shifted most Thanksgiving proclamations, from the church to political leaders? The American Revolutions 90. Which two states in the US have historically been at odds over where the first Thanksgiving was held? New England and Virginia 575 Animal Trivia Questions & Answers For animal trivia fun facts on every practically every animal on the planet, click the play now button to continue. Play Now Thanksgiving Parades Trivia Back to table of contents... Thanksgiving parades are a popular tradition in the United States. They are held on Thanksgiving Day. The parades typically feature floats, marching bands, celebrities, and giant balloons. They are a way for people to come together and celebrate the holiday season. Today, there are many Thanksgiving parades held all over the United States. For Thanksgiving parades fun facts and trivia, continue reading for Thanksgiving parades trivia questions and answers. Thanksgiving Parades Trivia Questions & Answers 91. In what year was the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade televised? 1948 92. Which American manufacturing company made the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons from 1984 to 2019? Raven Industries 93. Which Thanksgiving Balloon Parade is held in Stamford, Connecticut, the Sunday before Thanksgiving, so as not to compete with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City? The UBS Balloon Parade 94. What is the name of the annual Thanksgiving Day Balloon Parade is held in Philadelphia? 6abc Dunkin' Thanksgiving Day Parade 95. What is the name of the annual Thanksgiving Day Ballon Parade held in Plymouth Massachusetts? America's Hometown Thanksgiving Parade 96. Where is the McDonald's Thanksgiving Day Parade held annually? Chicago, Illinois 97. In which New York borough has the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade always been held? Manhattan 98. Which current host of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has helped host the event since 1995? Al Roker 99. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade ends with whose arrival? Santa Clause 100. After Gimbels went under in 1986, which family-owned department store took over sponsorship of and renamed the Gimbels Thanksgiving Day Parade? Boscov's 101. Which television network has been the official broadcaster of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1953? NBC 102. In what year were balloons introduced into the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 1928 103. What was used in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, prior to balloons? Zoo Animals 104. Who has traditionally led the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade since 1985? New York City Police Department Highway Patrol 105. In what year did the first Mickey Mouse Ballon enter the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 1934 106. Which department store sponsored the first, and what would become the oldest, Thanksgiving Day parade in the United States? The Gimbels Department Store 107. What is the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States currently called? 6abc Dunkin' Donuts Thanksgiving Day Parade 108. Which parade is tied with the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade for the second-oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States? America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit 109. Which American company produced the large animal-shaped balloons for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade from the 1920s through the 1980s? The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company 110. How many people handle the larger and more popular, licensed pop-culture characters in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? 90 111. What is the name of the third balloon class from the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which from 2005 to 2012, and then resuming in 2018, transformed the works of contemporary artists into full-size balloons? The Blue Sky Gallery 112. What is the name of the self-powered balloon vehicles that were introduced in the 2004 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? A Balloonicle 113. What type of Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons depict children's cartoons? Character Balloons 114. Which annual Thanksgiving day parade is the world's largest parade? Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 115. The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was known nationwide shortly after having been prominently featured in which 1947 film? Miracle on 34th Street 116. Where is the annual Bayou Classic Thanksgiving Parade held? New Orleans 117. In what year did the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade resume, after its initial suspension due to the rubber and helium required for war efforts? 1945 118. In what year did the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade begin? 1924 119. In what year did the Gimbels Department Store sponsor the first, and what would become the oldest, Thanksgiving Day parade in the United States? 1920 120. In what year did the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade suspend because rubber and helium were needed for the war efforts? 1942 121. Which department store started America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit? The J. L. Hudson Company 195 Art Trivia Questions & Answers For art trivia fun facts on various aspects of art, click the play now button to continue. Play Now Thanksgiving Traditions Trivia Back to table of contents... Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated, spending time with family and friends. It is a day of togetherness, to give thanks for the blessings of the previous year. Thanksgiving traditions vary from family to family, but some common traditions are rooted in history. These are the foundation of what has made Thanksgiving the holiday that it is today. For Thanksgiving traditions trivia, read on for Thanksgiving traditions trivia questions and answers. Thanksgiving Traditions Trivia Questions & Answers 122. What is the name of the first day after Thanksgiving Day which marks the start of the Christmas shopping season? Black Friday 123. The American tradition of carving pumpkins had not been specifically associated with Halloween until what century? The 19th Century 124. The Thanksgiving holiday history in North America is rooted in English traditions from which religious Reformation? Protestant 125. In England in the 20th century during Samhain, pranksters would hollow out turnips or mangel wurzels carved with grotesque faces, to use as what? Lanterns 126. Thanksgiving began as a day of giving thanks and sacrifice for the previous year, as-well-as what? The Harvest 127. For the 16th and 17th century puritans, special blessings, viewed as coming from God, called for what? Days of Thanksgiving 128. When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States? The Fourth Thursday of November 129. For the 16th and 17th century puritans, unexpected disasters or threats of judgement from on high called for what? Days of Fasting 130. Most of the U.S. aspects of Thanksgiving were incorporated into Canadian tradition when which group of people left the United States during the American Revolution to settle in Canada? United Empire Loyalists 131. Which residential neighborhood in Brooklyn renamed a street "Ragamuffin Way" in honor of the neighborhood's 50-year-old tradition, which as part of Thanksgiving, involved candy seeking children going door-to-door dressed as New York City beggars? Bay Ridge 132. Which Act of United States Congress moved the federal holidays of Washington's Birthday, Memorial Day, and Labor Day permanently to a Monday? The Uniform Monday Holiday Act 133. What is the name of the practice of looking into a suitable medium, in the hope of detecting significant messages or visions? Scrying 134. Since what year has Thanksgiving been an annual tradition in the United States, by presidential proclamation? 1863 135. What is the name of the tradition, which as part of Thanksgiving, involved children going door-to-door seeking candy, dressed as beggars and homeless residents of New York? Ragamuffin Day 136. How many towns in the United States are named “Turkey"? Four 137. Who made most Thanksgiving proclamations in New England up until 1682? Church Leaders 138. Which U.S. president signed a presidential proclamation on October 31st, 1939, changing Thanksgiving's date from the last, to the second to last Thursday in November? Franklin D. Roosevelt Play Random Trivia Now! Play random trivia questions from any of our many trivia categories. Click the play now button to begin. Play Now