History
What do we call the group of people who traveled from England to America in 1620?
The Pilgrims
What do people celebrate on Thanksgiving Day?
people and things they are grateful for; their blessings, family, friends, etc.
What meat is usually served for a Thanksgiving dinner?
turkey
What bird symbolizes Thanksgiving?
the turkey
When was the first Thanksgiving?
in 1621
Why did the Puritans want to start a new life away from England?
They wanted religious freedom.
What sport do people like to play or watch on Thanksgiving Day?
football
What food is usually served with the Thanksgiving turkey and contains bread crumbs, diced vegetables, and seasoning?
stuffing
What is the name of the orange colored squash that is seen around Thanksgiving and Halloween time?
the pumpkin
In what year did the Pilgrims arrive in America?
in 1620
What was the name of the ship that the Pilgrims sailed on from England to America?
The Mayflower
What is a 5-letter word that begins with f and means “a big meal” ?
feast
What dessert is popular in a Thanksgiving meal?
pumpkin pie or apple pie
What is the name of the horn shaped container filled with fruits, flowers, and corn?
cornucopia
In what season is Thanksgiving celebrated?
the Fall; Autumn
Who taught the Pilgrims how to hunt, fish and farm in America when they first came from England?
The Native Indians or the Indigenous People
What big event happens every Thanksgiving morning in New York City?
the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
What is the name of the red fruits used to make a sauce in a Thanksgiving meal?
cranberries
What is the name of the vegetable that has yellow kernels, ears and green leaves called husks?
corn
What month and day of the week does Thanksgiving occur each year?
on a Thursday in November
Where did the Mayflower land when it first arrived in America?
Plymouth, MASSACHUSETTS
What is the expression for "a run or walk" during Thanksgiving?
the Turkey Trot
What is the brown sauce served with the turkey called?
gravy
What is another name for the Indigenous People who lived in America?
the Native Americans
How many days did the first Thanksgiving last?
3 days