Thanksgiving Flashcard

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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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Why do we celebrate Thanksgiving?

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We celebrate Thanksgiving to express gratitude for what we have.

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What does it mean to be thankful?

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Being thankful means recognizing and appreciating the good things in our lives.

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Who were the Pilgrims?

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The Pilgrims were a group of English settlers who traveled to America seeking religious freedom.

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What is the significance of the first Thanksgiving?

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The first Thanksgiving was a feast shared between the Pilgrims and Native Americans to celebrate the harvest.

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What type of environment did the Pilgrims encounter in America?

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The Pilgrims encountered a wilderness, which was largely uninhabited and filled with natural resources.

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What is a national holiday?

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A national holiday is a day recognized by the government as a day of celebration or observance.

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Who was George Washington?

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George Washington was the first President of the United States and played a key role in establishing Thanksgiving as a national holiday.

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What is the focal point of Thanksgiving celebrations?

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The focal point of Thanksgiving celebrations is family, as it is a time to gather and share a meal together.

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What does it mean to worship freely?

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Worshiping freely means practicing one's religion without fear of persecution or restriction.