Thanksgiving History
What animal is the main symbol of Thanksgiving?
The Turkey!
What everyday Jewish practice is mentioned as a way of giving thanks for food and drink?
Daily Prayers
What pie is most commonly consumed during Thanksgiving?
What ship carried the Pilgrims to America in 1620?
The Mayflower
What structure do Jews dwell under during Sukkot to thank God for protecting the Israelites?
A sukkah
What type of golden, slightly sweet bread is often served warm at Thanksgiving?
Cornbread
What ocean did the Pilgrims cross to reach North America?
The Atlantic Ocean
According to the presentation, being Jewish means being rooted in two key ideas: thankfulness and what else?
Remembrance
What creamy dish is made by boiling potatoes and then mashing them with butter and milk?
Mashed potatoes
What settlers celebrated the first Thanksgiving with the Native Americans?
The Pilgrams
In which holiday do Jews give thanks by honoring Queen Esther and Mordecai for saving their people?
Purim
What bread-based dish is cooked inside or outside the turkey?
Stuffing (or dressing)
Which U.S. president officially made Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863 during the Civil War?
Abraham Lincoln
The presentation states that one of the “greatest mitzvot and acts of giving thanks” in Jewish life is what major life event?
In traditional American stuffing, what three vegetables (often called the “holy trinity”) are typically sautéed together as the flavor base?
Onion, celery, and carrots