Pilgrims and the Mayflower
The Native Americans
First Thanksgiving
Thanksgiving Today
Food and Traditions
100

What was the name of the ship that the Pilgrims used?

The Mayflower 

100

What was the name of the Native American group who helped the Pilgrims?

The Patuxet 

100

In what year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?

1621

100

Which day is Thanksgiving celebrated in the US?

4th Thursday of November 

100

What is the most traditional Thanksgiving food?

Turkey 

200

In what year did the Pilgrims travel to America?

1620

200

What was the name of the Native American man who spoke English?

Squanto 

200

How long did the first Thanksgiving celebration last?

3 days 

200

Who do people usually celebrate Thanksgiving with?

their families 

200

Name two common Thanksgiving side desserts. 

apple pie, pumpkin pie

300

How long did the trip to North America take?

65 days 

300

Name one thing Squanto taught the Pilgrims. 

Planting crops, fishing, hunting 

300

Who joined the Pilgrims for the first Thanksgiving?

Over 90 Patuxets

300

What do families often do before eating the meal?

Share what they are thankful for

300

Name three popular Thanksgiving side dishes.

Mashed potatoes, stuffing, corn, green beans, etc.

400

Where did the Pilgrims land and what was the name of their settlement? 

They landed in what is now Massachusetts. They named their settlement Plymouth. 

400

In what month and year did the Native Americans help the Pilgrims?

November 1621

400

Why did the Pilgrim's have such a good harvest in 1621?

Thanks to Squanto's help and guidance. 

400

What big event happens every year in New York City on Thanksgiving morning?

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 

400

What sauce is often served with turkey?

Gravy or cranberry sauce

500

Who were the Pilgrims? 

A group of English people who left in search of religious freedom. 

500

Why was Squanto important to the Pilgrims?

He taught them skills that they needed to survive. 

500

Name two activities that happened during the first Thanksgiving.

eating, playing games, giving thanks 

500

Why is Thanksgiving the busiest travel day of the year?

Maybe people travel to be with family

500

What does the parade in New York mark the beginning of?

The Christmas shopping season