Thanksgiving History
What two groups celebrated the first Thanksgiving?
Pilgrims & Native Americans
What is the most famous Thanksgiving food?
Turkey
Who do people typically celebrate Thanksgiving with?
Family
I am thankful ___ my family.
What were the two groups of people celebrating on the first Thanksgiving?
A successul harvest
What is one type of pie served on Thanksgiving?
Apple, pumpkin, pecan
When is Thanksgiving celebrated each year?
The fourth Thursday of November
It's popular for Americans to ____ turkey for Thanksgiving dinner and pumpkin pie for ______.
eat/have
dessert
How long did the first Thanksgiving last?
Three days
What is one Thanksgiving side dish?
Mashed potatoes, stuffing, vegetables, etc.
What sport do people wacth on Thanksgiving?
American Football
Thanksgiving can be a controversial ______, especially for Native Americans due to the history of war and oppression that followed the first feast.
holiday
When did the first Thanksgiving happen?
In the 1600s (1621)
What is the most popular sauce eaten with Turkey?
Cranberry sauce
Name one of the big shopping days following Thanksgiving known for great discounts
Black Friday and Cyber Monday
Thanksgiving is a popular time for people to _______ to help others in their community who are less fortunate.
volunteer
Which US president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
How many pumpkin pies are eaten each year on Thanksgiving?
50 million
What big event happens in New York on Thanksgiving morning?
Thanksgiving Day Parade
It's a national tradition for the US president to _____ a tukey each year.
pardon