Thanksgiving and Harvest Quiz

According to the text, what is 'harvest'?

• A time to buy new clothes for winter

• A time when people share harvest foods, unite with family, and give thanks

• A school holiday where children play sports

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On what day do families across the United States celebrate Thanksgiving?

• The fourth Thursday in November

• The first Monday in October

• December 26

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When was the very first Thanksgiving in our nation celebrated?

• 1776

• 1621

• 1492

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Which of the following is a list of favorite Thanksgiving foods mentioned in the text?

• Turkey, corn, and green beans

• Pizza, burgers, and fries

• Apples, berries, and tomatoes

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Which holiday mentioned in the text begins on December 26 and is based on the harvest of Africa?

• The Kentucky Harvest Festival

• Thanksgiving

• Kwanzaa

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What two items are used as symbols for the holiday Kwanzaa?

• Pumpkins and apples

• Corn and fruit

• Turkeys and boats

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At the Kentucky Harvest Festival, what crop is the 'star' of the peeling contest?

• The corn crop

• The pumpkin crop

• The apple crop

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According to the text and the map, what unique activity happens at Oregon's Giant Pumpkin Race?

• Large pumpkins are dug out and used as boats

• People roll giant pumpkins down a large hill

• Kids smash pumpkins to make garden compost

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