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Thanksgiving Trivia
Why and How
Reading Comprehension
100

 What fall month do people celebrate Thanksgiving in? 

November

100

 What do the trees drop all over the ground in the fall? 

Leaves


100

What is the name of the famous parade held every Thanksgiving morning in New York City? 

 

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

100

Why is Thanksgiving an important holiday, and how do families usually celebrate it? 

It’s important because it reminds people to be thankful, and families celebrate by sharing a special meal and spending time together.  

100

 When the turkey trot race began, Noah sprinted ahead, determined to beat his personal record. Even though he didn’t win, he finished faster than last year. 

What achievement did Noah make?

 He ran faster than he did last year. 

200

 What bird is the traditional centerpiece of a Thanksgiving dinner? 

Turkey

200

 What warm drink do people enjoy on chilly fall days?

 Apple cider 

200

What food do most people think of as the main dish on Thanksgiving?

TURKEY :)

200

Why do some families volunteer on Thanksgiving, and how do they help others? 

They volunteer to give back to their community, and they help by serving meals, donating food, or visiting people in need. 

200

 During the school food drive, Marcus collected more cans than he ever had before. He hoped his hard work would help families enjoy a good Thanksgiving meal. 

What was Marcus trying to accomplish? 

 

He was trying to help families have a good Thanksgiving meal.

300

 What do families say before a meal to show they are thankful? 

Prayer

300

What do families do together at the table on Thanksgiving?

Laugh

300

Which ship did the Pilgrims sail on to reach America? 

A) The Titanic
B) The Liberty
C) The Mayflower  
D) The Freedom

C) The Mayflower

300

Why do children learn about the history of Thanksgiving in school, and how do teachers make the lessons engaging? 

Kids learn about it to understand the holiday’s origins, and teachers make it engaging with stories, crafts, and activities.

300

 Lena helped her grandmother make pumpkin bread, and the warm smell filled the whole house. She felt proud when her family said it tasted delicious. 

Why did Lena feel proud?

Because her family said the pumpkin bread tasted delicious. 

400

What sweet dessert is made with apples and has a crunchy top? 

 Apple Crisp

400

What do friends and family do when they all come together on Thanksgiving? 

Celebrate


400

Which U.S. president made Thanksgiving a national holiday?

 A) George Washington
B) Abraham Lincoln
C) Thomas Jefferson
D) John Adams

B) Abraham Lincoln

400

Why do people start decorating for the winter holidays after Thanksgiving, and how do they begin the process? 

They start because Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, and they begin by putting up lights, trees, and festive decorations.

400

 Luis learned how to make mashed potatoes for the first time, carefully following each step. He felt excited to bring the dish to his family’s dinner. 

What was Luis preparing for?

He was preparing mashed potatoes for his family’s dinner.

500

 What do many families do to the turkey before cooking it to make it taste better? 

Put a rub on it

500

"Finish the Sentence":

You may be grateful for the people you....

Love

500

What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?

A) 1492
B) 1621
C) 1776
D) 1863

B) 1621

500

Why do people cook a big turkey for Thanksgiving, and how is it usually prepared? 

Turkey is a tradition from early Thanksgiving meals, and people prepare it by seasoning it and roasting it in the oven

500

During the Thanksgiving feast, Mia noticed that her cousin was quietly watching everyone eat instead of joining the lively conversation. She wondered why he seemed so reserved and decided to ask him if he wanted to help serve the pumpkin pie.

Why did Mia decide to ask her cousin to help serve the pie, and what does this show about her?

Mia asked her cousin to help because he seemed shy and left out, and this shows that she is thoughtful and wants to include others.

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