Thanksgiving Basics
When is Thanksgiving celebrated?
The fourth Thursday of November.
What is the most popular Thanksgiving dish?
Roast turkey.
What parade to people watch on TV?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
What animal is a symbol of Thanksgiving?
The turkey.
Which two countries celebrate Thanksgiving?
The United States of America and Canada.
Why do people celebrate Thanksgiving?
To give thanks for the good things in life, like family and food.
Name two side dishes eaten on Thanksgiving.
Mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing, gravi, etc.
What sport is often watched on Thanksgiving?
Football.
What is a cornucopia?
A basket filled with vegetables.
What holiday is similar to Thanksgiving in Germany?
Erntendankfest.
Who celebrated the first Thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims and Native Americans.
What is a popular dessert for Thanksgiving?
Pumpkin pie.
Name two activities people do after the meal.
Play games, tell stories, or go for a walk.
What does the cornucopia remind us of?
The harvest and sharing.
When is Thanksgiving celebrated in Canada?
October.
In what year did the first Thanksgiving happen?
1621
What is gravy?
A sauce made from meat juices.
Who appears at the end of the Macy's parade?
Santa Claus.
What do pumpkins remind us of?
The harvest and abundance.
What is Thanksgiving about? (two ideas)
Being thankful and celebrating the harvest.
What is Thanksgiving about today?
Spending time with family, giving thanks, and helping others.
Name all the foods listed in the text.
Turkey, mashed poratoes, gravy, cranberrysaucce, stuffing, and pumpkin pie.
How do people help others on Thanksgiving?
By volunteering to help people who don't have enough food or a place to stay.
Name three Thanksgiving symbols.
Turkey, cornucopia, and pumpkins.
Why do people celebrate Erntedankfest?
To give thanks for the harvest.