Thanksgiving Trivia

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Who was Squanto and what role did he play in the survival of the Pilgrims?

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Squanto was a Native American who helped teach the Pilgrims how to survive in the New World by showing them how to cultivate crops and fish.

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What sport is traditionally associated with Thanksgiving celebrations in the United States?

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Football is the sport commonly associated with Thanksgiving.

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Which U.S. president established Thanksgiving as a national holiday and when is it celebrated?

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Abraham Lincoln established Thanksgiving as a legal national holiday to be held on the 4th Thursday in November.

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What was Ben Franklin's opinion on the national bird of the United States?

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Ben Franklin wanted the turkey to be the national bird of the United States.

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What was the name of the ship that brought the Pilgrims to America?

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The ship that brought the Pilgrims to America was called the Mayflower.

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What year did the Pilgrims arrive in America?

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The Pilgrims arrived in America in 1620.

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What was the significance of the first Thanksgiving?

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The first Thanksgiving was a harvest celebration shared between the Pilgrims and Native Americans, marking a moment of cooperation and gratitude.

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What were some of the main foods served at the first Thanksgiving?

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Some of the main foods served at the first Thanksgiving included venison, fowl (such as wild turkey), corn, and various fruits and vegetables.

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How did the relationship between the Pilgrims and Native Americans evolve after the first Thanksgiving?

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The relationship between the Pilgrims and Native Americans evolved from cooperation to conflict over land and resources.

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What is the historical context of Thanksgiving in America?

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Thanksgiving has roots in early 17th-century harvest celebrations and has evolved into a national holiday reflecting themes of gratitude and family.