Thanksgiving Vocabulary

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What is a pilgrim?

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A person who makes a long journey to a foreign land, sometimes for religious reasons.

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Who are the Wampanoag?

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A Native American people who have lived in the New England region for more than 12,000 years.

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What is a feast?

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A large, fancy meal that's often served at a celebration or party.

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What is the term for when a crop has grown and is ready to eat, and the farmer must collect it from the fields?

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Harvest

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What is a settlement?

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A place where people live and sometimes work.

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What does the term "celebration" mean?

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To do something enjoyable or special for an occasion

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What is an alliance?

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A group of people, countries, or groups that share certain goals and agree to work together.

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What is a tradition?

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A custom, belief, or way of doing something that is passed down from one generation to another.

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What are festivities?

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Enjoyable activities that take place during a special occasion or holiday.

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What is a recipe?

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A set of instructions for making something from various ingredients.