Traditions
When do Americans celebrate Thanksgiving
On the fourth Thursday of November.
What is the main dish for Thanksgiving?
Turkey
What is the name of the ship the Pilgrims took to go to Plymouth, USA?
The Mayflower.
What is one thing you are thankful for this year?
Varied answers
What do Americans do after the meal, during the afternoon?
They watch football
What is the most popular dessert eaten at Thanksgiving?
The pumpkin pie
What is the year of the first Thanksgiving?
1621
What was the name of the tribe that helped the Pilgrims?
The Wampanoag
What do presidents do at Thanksgiving?
They pardon a turkey (are given a turkey which is not going to be killed).
What is the side dish traditionally served with the meat?
Mashed potatoes
Who were the Pilgrims?
People who suffered religious persecutions and went to the New World / the USA.
When did the USA become independent?
July 4th 1776 (13 colonies = flag)
What is the name given to the race people run on Thanksgiving morning?
Turkey trot
What is the red fruit used for the sauce?
Cranberries
Who proclaimed Thanksgiving a national day and when?
Abraham Lincoln in 1863.
What are the differences between the history of Thanksgiving and how it is told to the kids?
Native Americans and the Pilgrims did not get along as well as it is told. There was a war beacause the Pilgrims wanted more and more territory. The settlers, the colonists killed many native Americans.
Describe the major event that takes place in a famous city and gather people for Thanksgiving.
Macy's parade in New York.
The annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City, the world's largest parade, is presented by the U.S.-based department store chain Macy's.
What is the name of the sauce served with mashed potatoes?
Gravy
What happened to the Pilgrims during the Winter 1620-21?
How is November called and what do Americans traditionaly do during this month?
Heritage month : donations, volunteer for homeless, friendsgiving...