About It...
What is Thanksgiving?
A national holiday celebrated in the US, Canada and other parts of the world.
Who were the pilgrims?
A group of settlers from England.
What United States President make Thanksgiving a national holiday?
Abraham Lincoln
When is American Thanksgiving celebrated?
Fourth Thursday in November.
Where did the Pilgrims land?
Massachusetts, USA.
What year did Thanksgiving become a national holiday in the US?
1863
Name 2 things that you might eat as part of a traditional American Thanksgiving.
Turkey
Mashed potatoes (standard or sweet)
Stuffing
Cranberry sauce
Pumpkin pie
What year was the first Thanksgiving held?
1621
What are 2 economic benefits of Thanksgiving
Food sales
Travel/hospitality
Black Friday sales
Charitable donation
Name three ways that Americans celebrate Thanksgiving?
●Feasts
●Giving thanks for our blessings.
●Some cities have Thanksgiving parades.
●Watching football
How many days did the first Thanksgiving feast last?
Three days
During what war did Thanksgiving become a national holiday?
What is the oldest/biggest Thanksgiving parade in the US?
●The Macy’s Parade is the oldest/biggest (NYC in 1924).
Why did the Europeans make friends with the Native Americans when they first arrived in the United States and what happened after the first Thanksgiving?
The Europeans needed their help to survive in the "new world". After they learned what they needed relations broke down. Ultimately they betrayed the tribe and started stealing their land, kidnapping, killing and subjugating them.
What does the president pardon each Thanksgiving?
A turkey.