Thanksgiving History and Traditions

The video explores the history and significance of Thanksgiving, from its origins with the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag in 1621 to its establishment as a national holiday by Abraham Lincoln in 1863. It highlights the Pilgrims' journey on the Mayflower, their first harsh winter, and the eventual celebration of the first Thanksgiving. The video also discusses the modern traditions associated with the holiday, such as the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and football.

What is the modern-day association of Thanksgiving?

• A spring celebration

• A harvest festival

• A summer festival

• A winter solstice event

Who played a significant role in making Thanksgiving a national holiday?

• Thomas Jefferson

• Sarah Josepha Hale

• George Washington

• Benjamin Franklin

Which president declared Thanksgiving a federal holiday?

• Thomas Jefferson

• John Adams

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

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

• Santa Maria

• Mayflower

• Pinta

• Nina

Where did the Pilgrims land in America?

• Plymouth

• Boston

• Roanoke

• Jamestown

Who helped the Pilgrims learn to farm and hunt in the New World?

• Pocahontas

• Squanto

• Sitting Bull

• Geronimo

What was the main reason for the first Thanksgiving celebration?

• To celebrate a military victory

• To commemorate a royal visit

• To mark the end of a drought

• To give thanks for a good harvest

What was NOT part of the first Thanksgiving meal?

• Shellfish

• Fish

• Venison

• Turkey

What is a modern tradition associated with Thanksgiving?

• Valentine's Day cards

• Fireworks display

• Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

• Easter egg hunts

What is the primary focus of Thanksgiving today?

• Lighting candles

• Decorating homes

• Giving thanks and spending time with family

• Exchanging gifts