Thanksgiving

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What year did the Pilgrims settle in America?

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1620

Front

Who was Squanto and what was his significance?

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Squanto was a Native American who acted as an intermediary between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe, helping the Pilgrims survive in the New World.

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Which Indian tribe attended the first Thanksgiving?

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The Wampanoag tribe.

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According to historians, how many people attended the first Thanksgiving?

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More than 140 people.

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What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?

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1621.

Front

What was the primary reason for the Pilgrims' celebration of Thanksgiving?

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To give thanks for a successful harvest.

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What was the relationship between the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe?

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The Pilgrims had a cooperative relationship with the Wampanoag tribe, which helped them survive their first years in America.

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What type of food was commonly served at the first Thanksgiving?

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Foods included venison, fowl (such as wild turkey), corn, and various fruits and vegetables.

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What was the significance of the Mayflower Compact?

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The Mayflower Compact was an agreement made by the Pilgrims to establish a government and abide by its rules, marking an early form of self-governance.

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How did the first Thanksgiving differ from modern celebrations?

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The first Thanksgiving was a three-day harvest feast with different foods and no formal holiday status, unlike the modern one-day celebration.