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Top 20 most intriguing pop culture thanksgiving trivia questions to ask using LivePolls

Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays in America, and it's no surprise that pop culture has played a role in popularizing the traditions. From classic TV episodes to classic songs and movies, pop culture has been a part of Thanksgiving for decades. Here's your chance to test your knowledge of all things pop culture in this fun Thanksgiving trivia template. From classic sitcom episodes to iconic movies to classic Thanksgiving songs, this template has it all. So get your friends and family together for some Thanksgiving fun and see who knows the most about pop culture. The winner gets bragging rights and a special Thanksgiving treat!


1) What was the title of the Friends episode that aired during Thanksgiving weekend in 1998?

  • The One Where Monnie Gets A Job
  • The One Where Rachel Finds Out
  • The One With All The Thanksgivings
  • The One With The Turkey

2) Who sings the song “Give Thanks”?

  • Mary J. Blige
  • Whitney Houston
  • Mariah Carey
  • Johnny Cash

3) In what year did the National Day of Thanksgiving become a formal holiday in the United States?

  • 1768
  • 1801
  • 1863
  • 1900

4) What is the significance of the Empire State Building being lit up in red and white on Thanksgiving?

  • It is a symbol of gratitude
  • It commemorates the Macy's holiday parade
  • It is a symbol of the country's independence
  • It commemorates the signing of the Mayflower Compact

5) What U.S. President was responsible for an official proclamation to celebrate Thanksgiving?

  • George Washington
  • Abraham Lincoln
  • Richard Nixon
  • Thomas Jefferson

6) What Hollywood movie featured a live turkey being dropped from an airplane?

  • Home Alone
  • Christmas Vacation
  • Elf
  • Meet The Fockers

7) In what year did the film "Planes, Trains and Automobiles" premiere?

  • 1989
  • 1987
  • 1984
  • 1992

8) Who starred in the film "A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving"?

  • Jason Sudeikis
  • Seth Rogan
  • Peter Robbins
  • Kane Brown

9) What is the name of the turkey in the movie "Free Birds"?

  • Jake
  • Kevin
  • Reggie
  • Gary

10) What is the name of the grandfather in the movie "Pieces of April"?

  • Jack
  • Richard
  • Bob
  • John

11) What was the title of the Simpsons Thanksgiving episode from 1991?

  • Bart vs. Thanksgiving
  • Grampa vs. Sexual Inadequacy
  • The War of the Simpsons
  • Kill the Alligator and Run

12) On what network did the TV show "Bob's Burgers" first air?

  • ABC
  • NBC
  • FOX
  • CBS

13) What did Joey wear as a "turkey" on Friends episode of Thanksgiving?

  • A foam costume
  • A real turkey suit
  • A chef's apron
  • Oversized sweatshirt and pants

14) On which channel did the holiday movie "The Christmas Shoes" air?

  • ABC
  • NBC
  • Lifetime
  • Hallmark

15) Who wrote the "Songs of Thanksgiving" in 1789?

  • Thomas Paine
  • George Washington
  • John Adams
  • Benjamin Franklin

16) What is the name of the character from the 1995 animated movie "A Troll in Central Park" who is a turkey?

  • Stanley
  • Gus
  • Alan
  • Roger

17) What is the name of the turkey in the movie "Fried Green Tomatoes"?

  • Jeff
  • Bob
  • Greg
  • Tom

18) What is the title of the episode of The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air that featured a Thanksgiving episode?

  • Gratefully Yours
  • Like Father Like Son
  • Nowhere to Run
  • Home is Where The Heart Attack Is

19) Who hosted the Thanksgiving Day Parade on NBC in 1986?

  • Will Smith
  • Tom Hanks
  • Tom Cruise
  • Bill Cosby

Top 3 reasons to use our free pop culture thanksgiving Trivia Template

1) Provide your guests with a unique and entertaining activity to enjoy throughout the holiday.

2) Keep everyone engaged and introduce everyone to new and exciting facts about the rich history of Thanksgiving in pop culture.

3) Give your guests something to talk about, recall memories, and learn trivia tidbits that may be applicable to their own conversations.