History of Thanksgiving
When did the people on the Mayflower arrive in America?
On November 20, 1620
When is Thanksgiving Day celebrated today?
On the fourth Thursday of November.
What`s the main dish of the Thanksgiving meal?
Roast turkey.
When is St. Valentine`s Day celebrated?
On the 14th of February.
When is Christmas celebrated in the USA?
On the 25th of December.
Where did the first settlers come from?
From England.
What sport do people watch on that day?
American football.
What do people eat mashed potatoes with?
Cranberry sauce or fresh fruit.
Whose patron saint is St.Valentine?
He`s the patron saint of lovers.
What is the traditional Christmas dish in the USA?
Roast turkey
In which year was the first Thanksgiving feast?
In 1621.
What do people do on the following Friday and Monday?
They go shopping.
What kind of pies do people eat for the dessert?
Pumpkin or apple pie.
What do people send to each other on that day?
They send Valentines.
Who brings presents at Christmas?
Santa Clause
When did the day become a national holiday?
When the USA became independent, in 1789.
What question do people answer on that day?
What are you thankful for?
What is stuffing made from?
From bread and meat.
Is the 14th of February Valentine`s birthday or the day of his death?
On that day he was beheaded.
Whose birthday is celebrated on Christmas Day?
Jesus Christ
Who did the Pilgrim Fathers thank besides God?
The Native Americans.
What do people watch outside on that day?
A Thanksgiving parade.
What are sweet potatoes usually eaten with?
With marshmallows.
Where did Valentine come from?
From Rome.
Who does Santa Clause stand for?
St.Nikolas