Thanksgiving
On what ship did the Pilgrims travel to America in 1620?
The Pilgrims traveled to America on a ship called the Mayflower
On what date is Christmas celebrated every year in the United States?
Christmas is celebrated on December 25.
On what specific date is Veterans Day celebrated each year?
It is celebrated every year on November 11
On what day in October do Americans celebrate Halloween?
Halloween is celebrated on October 31.
Why did almost half of the English settlers die during their very first winter in Plymouth?
They were not prepared for the cold, had very little food, and many became sick.
What are the two traditional Christmas colors?
The traditional colors are red and green.
Veterans Day honors all men and women who have served where?
It honors those who served in the military.
What is the name of the activity where children dress in costumes and collect candy from neighbors?
This activity is called trick-or-treating.
Which Native American tribe helped the Pilgrims survive by teaching them how to plant crops and fish?
The Wampanoag tribe helped the Pilgrims survive.
What is the typical length of the vacation students have that spans Christmas and New Year's?
Students typically have a one- to two-week vacation.
What major global event ended on the anniversary that Veterans Day commemorates?
It is the anniversary of the end of World War I.
Which two groups of immigrants are credited with bringing their Halloween traditions to the U.S. in the 19th century?
These groups were Irish and Scottish immigrants.
Besides roasted turkey and mashed potatoes, what is a traditional side dish made from bread and herbs?
A traditional side dish made from bread and herbs is called stuffing.
According to the text, what are three items typically included in a traditional Christmas dinner besides turkey or ham?
Other items include sweet potatoes, vegetables, cranberry sauce, and nuts.
What is the key difference between Veterans Day and Memorial Day?
Veterans Day honors all living veterans, while Memorial Day honors those who died.
What was the name of the ancient Celtic festival that serves as the origin for Halloween?
The origin was an ancient Celtic festival called Samhain.
In what year and during which major conflict did President Abraham Lincoln declare Thanksgiving a national holiday?
President Abraham Lincoln declared it a national holiday in 1863 during the American Civil War.
How do families typically decorate the interior and exterior of their homes for this holiday?
They decorate with colored lights and evergreen.
What are two ways cities and people show respect at war memorials during this holiday?
Cities hold parades, and ceremonies are held where wreaths or flowers are placed.
Why did ancient people wear costumes and light bonfires during the festival that preceded Halloween?
They did this to protect themselves from spirits because they believed the boundary between the living and the dead was thin.