Thanksgiving Foods
The main dish cooked for Thanksgiving is... (Protein)
Turkey
How did the Pilgrims get to America?
The Pilgrims sailed on a boat called the Mayflower.
What sport do Americans typically watch on Thanksgiving day?
American Football.
This bird is the most common symbol of Thanksgiving.
Turkey
When is Thanksgiving this year?
Thursday November 26, 2022
Potatoes at Thanksgiving are usually served in what style...
Mashed potatoes!
The year Pilgrims came to America was...
1620
What do Americans typically watch on Thanksgiving Day with Balloon Floats and a large parade?
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
This orange vegetable is a common symbol for Thanksgiving.
Pumpkin.
What is one synonym for thankful?
Grateful, appreciative, blessed.
What is the most common dessert for Thanksgiving dinner?
Pie - Pumpkin specifically, but also pecan, apple, and other fruit pies!
What country did the Pilgrims come from?
England!
The day after/night of Thanksgiving there are usually large sales and many people go shopping. What is this called?
Black Friday.
The English people who came to America in 1620 are a common Thanksgiving Symbol, what are they called?
Pilgrims.
What is the holiday Native Americans want to celebrate instead of Thanksgiving called?
National Day of Mourning
What is the name of the red fruit that is often served at Thanksgiving dinner?
Cranberries!
What year did Native Americans stop celebrating Thanksgiving and start protesting with National Day of Mourning?
1970
After or before eating, what do families usually discuss at the Thanksgiving dinner table?
What they are thankful for.
These indigenous people in North America are a common symbol of the Thanksgiving holiday.
Native Americans.
Name 6 foods Americans typically eat on Thanksgiving.
1. Turkey
2. Mashed Potatoes
3. Gravy
4. Stuffing
5. Cranberry Sauce
6. Macaroni and cheese
(Rolls, pumpkin pie, pecan pie, green bean casserole)
The average American typically consumes .... amount of calories on Thanksgiving day.
4,500
Think back to the "Honor the Truth About Thanksgiving" video, what was one word Governor William Bradford of Plymouth County used to describe the Native Americans?
"Savage people, who are cruel, barbarous, and most treacherous."
Besides eating with their family and watching TV, what do some people volunteer to do for Thanksgiving?
Volunteer at homeless shelters to hand out/deliver food.
The buckle hat is a common symbol for...
Pilgrims.
What are two problems that Native Americans face today?
Impoverishment & unemployment
Poor mental health
Violence against women & children - missing women
Education
Exploitation of Natural Resources
Isolated & Separated
Poor quality housing
Extinction of language & race