Great Britain
What is the capital city of England?
London
When is Guy Fawkes day celebrated?
5th of November
What do some people do on Thanksgiving?
Watch football
What is the name of the famous fortress in London where the Crown Jewels are kept?
The Tower of London
When is Halloween?
October 31st
What do children in Britain let off on Guy Fawkes day?
Fireworks
Who were the pilgrims?
Religious people
What is important to do on Thanksgiving?
Give thanks
What is the river called that divides London?
the River Thames
What did Guy Fawkes hide in the Parliament cellars?
Barrels of gunpowder
When is Thanksgiving celebrated?
Third Thursday of November.
What is the name given to Big Ben in 2012?
Elizabeth Tower
Why do people wear costumes at Halloween?
To keep the spirits away
What happened to Guy Fawkes after he named the plotters?
He was taken prisoner to the Tower of London and was hanged and quatered.
Why did the Pilgrims leave their homeland and set sail for America?
To have religious freedom that was denied to them in Europe.
What do people eat on Thanksgiving? Name 3.
Turkey, mashed potatoes, gravy, corn, green beans, pumpkin pie
This is the first of the top 10 attractions in London due to its spectacular 360-degree views.
London Eye
Which festival did Halloween originate from?
Halloween can trace its roots back to the ancient Celtic end-of-harvest festival of Samhain. (During Samhain, people would light bonfires and wear costumes to ward off evil spirits.)
How many barrels of gunpowder did Guy try to ignite?
36
What was the name of the native Indian who helped the settlers with the harvest?
Squanto
In which century (or year) did Abraham Lincoln proclaim Thanksgiving a national holiday?
In 1863 (or the 19th century)