11 Thanksgiving Trivia Quiz Questions: How Many Can You Get Right?

Thanksgiving is one of the most cherished holidays in the United States, celebrated every year on the fourth Thursday of November. It is a day rooted in gratitude, togetherness, and the spirit of sharing. The tradition began centuries ago when the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag people joined hands to celebrate a successful harvest. Over time, Thanksgiving has grown into a national celebration filled with delicious food, family gatherings, parades, football games, and warm traditions that bring people closer.

Today, Thanksgiving is not just about the feast on the table; it is also a reminder to pause and appreciate the small and big blessings in life.

So, to make this Thanksgiving 2025 even more enjoyable, here is a fun and informative quiz. This quiz will help you learn interesting facts, test your knowledge, and enjoy with simple yet curious questions. 

Thanksgiving Quiz: How Much Do You Know?

Let’s start the quiz:

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1. When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?

A. First Thursday of November

B. Fourth Thursday of November

C. Last Saturday of November

D. Third Wednesday of November

Answer: B

2. Which group celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Pilgrims?

A. Cherokee Tribe

B. Apache Tribe

C. Wampanoag Tribe

D. Navajo Tribe

Answer: C

3. What year is widely believed to mark the first Thanksgiving?

A. 1492

B. 1621

C. 1776

D. 1812

Answer: B

4. Which dish is traditionally the centerpiece of a Thanksgiving meal?

A. Roast Beef

B. Tofu Stir Fry

C. Turkey

D. Pasta

Answer: C

5. Which U.S. city hosts the famous Thanksgiving Day Parade?

A. Miami

B. New York City

C. Chicago

D. Dallas

Answer: B (Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade)

6. Which dessert is strongly associated with Thanksgiving?

A. Apple Crumble

B. Pumpkin Pie

C. Ice Cream

D. Brownies

Answer: B

7. What is the name of the tradition where the U.S. President spares a turkey?

A. Turkey Blessing

B. Turkey Parade

C. Turkey Pardon

D. Turkey Release

Answer: C

8. Which sport is famously linked to Thanksgiving Day?

A. Basketball

B. Cricket

C. Football

D. Hockey

Answer: C

9. Which side dish is made from bread and served with turkey?

A. Stuffing

B. Noodles

C. Rice

D. Tortillas

Answer: A

10. Which holiday follows Thanksgiving and focuses on charity and giving back?

A. Giving Tuesday

B. Cyber Wednesday

C. Harvest Friday

D. Warm Monday

Answer: A

So, that’s it for today. Hope you enjoyed the quiz and learnt some new facts about Thanksgiving.

If you want to know more about Thanksgiving, read:

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