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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