Exploring Alternatives to Turkey for Thanksgiving

The video tells the story of Tuyet, who is concerned about her family having duck instead of turkey for Thanksgiving. Despite her worries, she learns that Thanksgiving is about family and gratitude, not just the traditional turkey meal. Her class shares diverse Thanksgiving meals, and the teacher emphasizes the importance of family and friends over specific foods.

What did Tiyet's class do to prepare for Thanksgiving?

• They painted Easter eggs.

• They decorated Christmas trees.

• They sang turkey songs and made pinecone turkeys.

• They made pumpkin pies.

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What did Tiyet's mother say they would have for Thanksgiving instead of turkey?

• Fish

• Duck

• Beef

• Chicken

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Where did Tiyet and her family go to buy their Thanksgiving meal?

• A local farm

• A butcher shop

• The Saigon supermarket

• A grocery store

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What did Tiyet bring to the table to make herself feel better about not having turkey?

• A stuffed animal

• A pinecone turkey she made in school

• A picture of a turkey

• A toy turkey

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What did Tiyet's cousins think about having duck for Thanksgiving?

• They didn't care.

• They were excited and loved it.

• They were disappointed.

• They wanted pizza instead.

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What did Tiyet's father give thanks for during their Thanksgiving dinner?

• For their home and family

• For the delicious turkey

• For the sunny weather

• For their new car

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What was Tiyet worried about regarding her Thanksgiving meal?

• That the food would be cold

• That Mrs. Cook would disapprove of eating duck

• That her friends would laugh at her

• That there wouldn't be enough food

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What did Tiyet's classmates have for their Thanksgiving meals?

• Only vegetarian food

• Various dishes like noodles, lamb, roast beef, and enchiladas

• Only turkey

• Only fast food

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What did Mrs. Cook say was the most important part of Thanksgiving?

• Spending time with family and friends

• Having a big feast

• Eating turkey

• Watching football

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What new name did Tiyet suggest for Thanksgiving in her house?

• Gratitude Day

• Duck Day

• Turkey Day

• Family Day

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