Exploring the Story of Squanto and the First Thanksgiving

The video tells the story of Squanto, a Native American boy who was kidnapped by Europeans and sold into slavery in Spain. Rescued by monks, he learned their language and faith before traveling to England. After years, he returned to America, only to find his village wiped out by illness. Squanto met the Pilgrims, helping them survive their first harsh winter. His story is likened to Joseph's from the Bible, showing how adversity can lead to greater purposes, culminating in the first Thanksgiving celebration.

In what year did Squanto first encounter the European traders?

• 1608

• 1598

• 1618

• 1620

What did the European traders initially offer Squanto and his friends?

• Weapons

• Money

• Food

• Clothing

Where was Squanto taken after being kidnapped?

• Portugal

• England

• Spain

• France

Who bought Squanto from the slave traders in Spain?

• A merchant

• A farmer

• A group of monks

• A sailor

What was the name of the London merchant who helped Squanto?

• James King

• John Smith

• John Slaney

• William Bradford

How many years did Squanto stay in England before finding a ship to America?

• Ten years

• Five years

• Seven years

• Three years

What tragic event did Squanto discover upon returning to his village?

• His village was attacked

• His village was abandoned

• His village was struck by illness

• His village was relocated

Who informed Squanto about the new settlers in his village?

• William Bradford

• A neighboring tribe

• John Slaney

• Samoset

What did Squanto teach the Pilgrims to use as fertilizer for planting corn?

• Compost

• Animal manure

• Leaves

• Fish

What was the name of the Pilgrim leader who compared Squanto's story to that of Joseph from the Bible?

• John Carver

• Miles Standish

• Edward Winslow

• William Bradford