Exploring the Origins of Thanksgiving

The video explores the history of Thanksgiving, starting with the Pilgrims' journey on the Mayflower in 1620, their harsh first winter, and the assistance they received from Squanto. It details the first Thanksgiving feast in 1621, the evolution of Thanksgiving traditions, and how it became a national holiday. Modern Thanksgiving celebrations, including traditional foods and activities, are also discussed.

What year did the first Thanksgiving celebration take place?

• 1623

• 1620

• 1621

• 1622

Why did the Pilgrims leave Europe and travel to America?

• To find gold

• To practice their religion freely

• To escape war

• To join their relatives

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

• Mayflower

• Nina

• Santa Maria

• Pinta

Who helped the Pilgrims learn how to grow corn and fish?

• George Washington

• William Bradford

• Squanto

• Chief Massasoit

What was the main reason for the first Thanksgiving feast?

• To welcome new settlers

• To mark the end of a war

• To celebrate a wedding

• To celebrate a successful harvest

Who declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in 1863?

• Thomas Jefferson

• George Washington

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• Abraham Lincoln

Which state was the first to have an official Thanksgiving holiday?

• New York

• Virginia

• Pennsylvania

• Massachusetts

What is a common modern tradition on Thanksgiving Day?

• Lighting fireworks

• Exchanging gifts

• Volunteering

• Singing carols

Which parade is famous for its Thanksgiving celebration?

• Harvest Parade

• Rose Parade

• Thanksgiving Parade

• Macy's Parade

Which of the following foods is NOT typically associated with modern Thanksgiving meals?

• Pizza

• Stuffing

• Pumpkin pie

• Turkey