Thanksgiving
Foods
Foods
What is the most popular dessert at Thanksgiving meals?
Pumpkin Pie
What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?
1621
What sport do people watch on Thanksgiving day?
American Football
What is the purpose of breaking the wishbone?
For good luck
What is a synonym for 'thankful'?
Grateful
How are potatoes prepared for Thanksgiving?
Mashed Potatoes
Which two groups of people were involved in the first Thanksgiving?
The Pilgrims and The Native Americans
The day after Thanksgiving, there are big sales and many people go shopping. What is this day called?
Black Friday
This orange vegetable is a common symbol of Thanksgiving
Pumpkin
Turkey, Ham, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Bean Casserole, Yams, Cranberry sauce, Pumpkin Pie, Stuffing, Rolls
Turkey is usually the main dish at Thanksgiving, but some people prefer ____ instead.
Ham
What is the name of the ship that the Pilgrims travelled to North America on?
The Mayflower
What do families talk about at Thanksgiving dinner?
What they are grateful for
These indigenous people from North America are a common symbol of Thanksgiving
Native Americans
What was the name of the rock that the Pilgrims first saw when they arrived in North America?
Plymouth Rock
What is the name of the red fruit that is served as a sauce?
Cranberries
How did the Native Americans help the Pilgrims? (2 things)
They taught them to farm, hunt, and to build warm houses
What is celebrated during the whole month of November?
Native American Heritage
These English people who travelled on the Mayflower to North America in 1620 are common symbols of Thanksgiving
Pilgrims
What day will Americans celebrate Thanksgiving this year?
November 25th
What sauce is served with the mashed potatoes?
Gravy
How many Pilgrims came to North America on the Mayflower?
102
What is the event that takes place in New York City on Thanksgiving Day?
Macy´s Thanksgiving Day Parade
What are fruits and vegetables a symbol of Thanksgiving?
Thanksgiving celebrated the first HARVEST of fruits and vegetables
Why did many Native Americans suffer after the Pilgrims came to North America? (give 2 reasons)
Native Americans were kidnapped, killed in battles, and died of disease