Thanksgiving history
What was the name of the ship the Pilgrims sailed?
Mayflower
What kind of potatoes do American eat on this day?
Sweet potatoes
What do people like to do on Friday after Thanksgiving? It is called Black Friday
Go shopping!
When did Thanksgiving become a national holiday?
In 1863
What is the Mayflower?
The name of a ship
When was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
In 1621
What do they have for dessert?
Pumpkin pie
What is a popular sport that people watch on Thanksgiving?
Football
Tell me something you are thankful for
:)
What is a large fruit which is harvested during autumn?
Pumpkin
How many days did the trip take?
65 days
What do Americans have for traditional dinner today?
Roast turkey, sweet potatoes and pumpkin pie
When is Thanksgiving celebrated in the USA?
On the fourth Thursday in November
How many days was Thanksgiving celebrated in 1621?
Three days
What do Canadians celebrate on the second Monday of October?
Thanksgiving Day
Who were Pilgrims?
Members of the English Separatist Church
How many million of turkeys are eaten on Thanksgiving every year?
46,69,83
46
When do Canadians celebrate Thanksgiving?
On the second Monday in October
Tell me someone you are thankful for?
:)
When was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
In 1621
Why did Pilgrims leave their country?
Because of the religious reasons
What is the name of the red fruit that is often served at Thanksgiving dinner?
(used as a sauce to put on top of turkey)
cranberries
How many days is Thanksgiving celebrated?
One day
Who helped the Pilgrims in spring of 1621?
Indians/Native Americans
What is the fourth Thursday in November?
Thanksgiving Day