Thank You, Sarah

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What did Sarah write in order to push for Thanksgiving?

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Sarah wrote newspaper articles, letters, and magazines to promote Thanksgiving.

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What does 'curdle' mean?

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To curdle means to spoil or turn sour.

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What was important to Sarah?

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Education was important to Sarah.

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What does 'dainty' mean?

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Dainty means delicate.

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What is a 'monument'?

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A monument is a building, pillar, or statue built in memory of a person or event.

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What is Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated to give thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year.

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Who was Sarah Josepha Hale?

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Sarah Josepha Hale was an author and activist who campaigned for Thanksgiving to be a national holiday.

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What is the significance of Thanksgiving in America?

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Thanksgiving is a time for families to gather and express gratitude for what they have.

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What does it mean to 'fight for' something?

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To 'fight for' something means to advocate or work hard to achieve it.

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What is the purpose of writing letters to the editor?

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Writing letters to the editor is a way to express opinions and influence public opinion.