Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Quiz
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What is the main focus of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

  • Celebrating American history
  • Promoting local businesses
  • Showcasing traditional Thanksgiving recipes
  • Displaying elaborate floats and oversized balloons (correct)
  • What is the significance of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in American culture?

  • It is a time for political speeches and announcements
  • It is one of the most popular programs on American television (correct)
  • It is primarily a religious event
  • It marks the beginning of the holiday season
  • How much helium did the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade use last year?

    300,000 cubic feet

    How much weight can one cubic foot of helium lift at sea level?

    <p>0.064 pounds</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the capacity of helium held by one of the building-sized balloons in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    <p>12,000 cubic feet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many people handle each balloon during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    <p>about 90 people</p> Signup and view all the answers

    At what wind speed will New York City not allow the balloons to fly during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?

    <p>above 23 mph</p> Signup and view all the answers

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