Thanksgiving History and Traditions

Thanksgiving History and Traditions

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History, Social Studies, Religious Studies

4th - 8th Grade

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Amelia Wright

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Thanksgiving Day is celebrated in America on the fourth Thursday of November, marked by feasting with family and friends. It originated in 1620 when pilgrims, after a harsh winter, were aided by Native Americans to cultivate crops. The first Thanksgiving in 1621 was a three-day feast. Modern traditions include family gatherings, turkey dinners, parades, and home decorations. The video encourages viewers to subscribe and engage with the content.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

On which day is Thanksgiving celebrated in America?

Second Thursday of November

Third Thursday of November

First Thursday of November

Fourth Thursday of November

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

Nina

Pinta

Mayflower

Santa Maria

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Native Americans teach the pilgrims?

How to build houses

How to grow corn, hunt, and fish

How to navigate the seas

How to make clothes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT mentioned as part of the first Thanksgiving harvest?

Corn

Barley

Potatoes

Pumpkin

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which President is associated with the start of traditional Thanksgiving parades?

Abraham Lincoln

Theodore Roosevelt

Thomas Jefferson

George Washington

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a traditional dish often associated with Thanksgiving?

Beef

Ham

Chicken

Turkey

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a common activity during modern Thanksgiving celebrations?

Attending music concerts

Decorating homes with wreaths and flowers

Going to the beach

Visiting amusement parks

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do people often do for their friends and relatives on Thanksgiving?

Take them on a trip

Send gifts

Send loving messages and warm wishes

Invite them to a movie