The Pilgrim's First Thanksgiving Quiz

Why did the pilgrims leave their old country?

• Because they could not pray the way they wanted

• Because they were looking for adventure

• Because they wanted to explore new lands

• Because they wanted to find gold

What was the name of the ship the pilgrims sailed on?

• Endeavour

• Titanic

• Santa Maria

• Mayflower

How long were the pilgrims on the Mayflower?

• One month and two days

• Two months and three days

• Four months and five days

• Three months and four days

What did the pilgrims eat on the ship?

• Fresh fruits and vegetables

• Pizza and hamburgers

• Salted beef and fish

• Roast turkey and mashed potatoes

What was the name of the town the pilgrims built?

• New York

• Boston

• Philadelphia

• Plymouth

What did the pilgrims use for plates and bowls?

• Glass

• Ceramic

• Wood

• Plastic

Who taught the pilgrims how to survive in Plymouth?

• Squanto

• Pocahontas

• Sacagawea

• Chief Powhatan

What did the pilgrims do during the first Thanksgiving?

• Played games and had contests

• Went on a hunting trip

• Explored the forest

• Built houses

How long did the first Thanksgiving in America last?

• One day

• Four days

• Two days

• Three days

What did the pilgrims give thanks for during the first Thanksgiving?

• New life in Plymouth

• Good friends and new homes

• Plenty of food

• All of the above