Feast of Figurative Language
“I’m so hungry I could eat a turkey farm!”
It means the person is extremely hungry.
The pilgrims endured a harsh winter, surviving only by their perseverance.
Suffered through or managed to survive.
SYNONYM for happy: Everyone felt happy to see family.
Joyful, glad, cheerful.
(1) A type of bread often served at dinner. (2) To move or turn over and over.
Roll
What year was the first Thanksgiving celebrated?
a. 1961 b. 1621 c. 1892 d. 1776
B.1621
“The leaves danced across the yard.”
It means the wind was blowing the leaves around.
The chef’s aroma filled the kitchen, making everyone’s stomachs growl.
A pleasant smell or scent.
ANTONYM for scarce: Food was scarce last winter.
Plentiful or abundant.
(1) The season when crops are gathered. (2) To collect or gather something.
Harvest
Which U.S. President made Thanksgiving a national holiday?
a. George Washington b. Ronald Reagan C. Abraham Lincoln
Abraham Lincoln
“She was the gravy that held the family together.”
It means she was the one who kept everyone connected and calm.
The parade was spectacular, with floats, music, and fireworks.
Very impressive or amazing.
SYNONYM for thankful: She was thankful for her friends.
Grateful or appreciative.
(1) To put food inside something else.
(2) A feeling of being full after eating too much.
Stuff
What Company sponsons The Thanksgiving Day Parade?
A. Macy's B. Nordstrom C. Target D. Bloomingdales
Macy’s
“After dinner, Grandpa was a stuffed pumpkin.”
It means he ate too much and felt very full.
After a long day of cooking, Mom looked weary but happy.
Tired or exhausted
ANTONYM for ancient: The recipe is ancient.
Modern or new.
(1) To formally ask someone to join you for a meal. (2) Something that can be appealing or tempting.
Invite
What popular Thanksgiving side dish was accidentally created when a company wanted to promote its marshmallows?
Sweet potato casserole
"Count your blessings."
It means be thankful for what you have.
The crowd’s jubilation could be heard for blocks after the team won.
Great joy or celebration.
SYNONYM for feast: The family enjoyed a great feast.
Banquet or meal.
(1) A tool used to cut food. (2) A phrase meaning a hurtful comment or betrayal (“a real ___ in the back”).
Knife
What bird did Benjamin Franklin originally suggest as the national bird of the United States instead of the bald eagle?
The turkey