History
What were the settlers who came to America called?
The Pilgrims
In which city is the parade held?
What is the turkey pardon?
When the president spares a turkey's life for Thanksgiving.
What is Black Friday?
Shopping holiday held the day after Thanksgiving
When is Thanksgiving held?
The fourth Thursday of November
What was the most famous settler ship called?
The Mayflower
What year was the parade first held?
1924
Which president started the tradition of pardoning a turkey?
George H.W. Bush
When did the day after Thanksgiving become considered to be the start of the Christmas shopping season?
Late 1800s / early 1900s
Which President made Thanksgiving into an official holiday?
President Abraham Lincoln
What century did these settlers arrive in America?
17th century/1600s
Name three things that appear at the Parade.
Where did the turkeys stay when they arrived in D.C.?
A hotel
1950s
Name three traditional/popular Thanksgiving foods besides turkey.
Mashed potatoes, cranberry sauce, stuffing/dressing, pumpkin or sweet potato pie...
Why did the settlers struggle when they arrived in America?
Why does Santa Claus appear at the end of the parade?
To end fall and welcome in the Christmas/winter season.
Why do they bring two turkeys to the White House when they only need one?
In case something goes wrong with the first one.
How might people behave on Black Friday?
Very rudely (running, pushing, fighting)
How are Native Americans treated today in America?
What was the name of the Native American man who helped the settlers survive?
Squanto
How will the parade be different this year due to COVID-19?
Smaller crowd, fewer balloons/balloon handlers, online performances, etc...
In order to go to the White House turkeys have to be used to what?
Why doesn't everyone eat the exact same foods at Thanksgiving?
Different cultures, different regional foods, different preferences