Historical Context
What was the name of the ship the Pilgrims sailed on?
The Mayflower
How long did the first Thanksgiving Feast last?
3 Days
What were the settlers who left Great Britain called?
Puritans / Pilgrims
What day of the week is Thanksgiving celebrated in the US
Thursday
Why did the puritans leave England?
To seek religious freedom
Name 2 foods that were eaten at the first Thanksgiving
Deer, corn, shellfish, roasted meat
What was the name of the ship used to come over to the Americas?
The Mayflower
Turkey, mashed potatoes, etc.
Where were the pilgrims planning to go originally?
Modern-day New York City
What year was the First Thanksgiving Celebrated? (+/- 5 years)
1621
Who taught the settlers how to grow corn / fertilize fields
Squanto
What event takes place on TV during Thanksgiving Day
Macy's Parade
How many days did it take for the Mayflower to cross the Atlantic? (+/- 10)
66 Days
What was the main reason for celebrating the First Thanksgiving?
To give thanks for the harvest
To celebrate the alliance / peace between the Wampanoag and Pilgrims
How many years did the Wampanoag live in Southeastern Massachusetts before settlers arrived? (+/- 1,000 years)
12,000 years
What President declared Thanksgiving a holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
What is the name of the group of Native Americans who helped the settlers?
The Wampanoag
Where did the Pilgrims and Wampanoag celebrate the first Thanksgiving?
Plymouth, MA
Why do some Native Americans go to Plymouth for Thanksgiving today?
To remember / mourn their ancestors
What is the day after Thanksgiving, known for major sales and shopping
Black Friday