Exploring Thanksgiving: History and Traditions

The first Thanksgiving was in 1621.  The Pilgrims invited the Native Americans to celebrate harvest.  The celebration lasted ______ days.

• 1

• 2

• 3

• 4

Name the picture.

• bread stuffing

• mashed potatoes

• corn

• cranberries

Which year is commonly recognized as the year of the first Thanksgiving celebration?

• 1492

• 1621

• 1776

• 1863

Which U.S. President declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• Abraham Lincoln

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

Which Native American tribe is traditionally associated with the first Thanksgiving?

• Cherokee

• Sioux

• Wampanoag

• Apache

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

• Santa Maria

• Mayflower

• Nina

• Pinta

Which of the following is a traditional Thanksgiving food?

• Sushi

• Tacos

• Turkey

• Pizza

What is the name of the parade held annually on Thanksgiving Day in New York City?

• Rose Parade

• Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

• St. Patrick's Day Parade

• Independence Day Parade

What is the term for the Friday following Thanksgiving, known for shopping deals?

• Cyber Monday

• Black Friday

• Small Business Saturday

• Giving Tuesday

Which of the following was NOT served at the first Thanksgiving?

• Venison

• Lobster

• Pumpkin pie

• Corn