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What food is commonly included in a Thanksgiving meal?
What food is commonly included in a Thanksgiving meal?
- Beef, rice, carrots, and apple pie
- Chicken, bread, peas, and chocolate cake
- Ham, green beans, mashed sweet potatoes, and ice cream
- Turkey, corn, potatoes, and pumpkin pie (correct)
When do Americans celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday?
When do Americans celebrate the Thanksgiving holiday?
- On the fourth Thursday of November (correct)
- On the last Thursday of November
- On the first Thursday of November
- On November 25th every year
What did Squanto teach the Pilgrims?
What did Squanto teach the Pilgrims?
- How to make clothes and pottery
- How to grow corn and vegetables and how to hunt animals for food (correct)
- How to fish and build houses
- How to navigate using the stars
Why did half of the Pilgrims die when they arrived in America?
Why did half of the Pilgrims die when they arrived in America?
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What is the historical significance of the Thanksgiving festival?
What is the historical significance of the Thanksgiving festival?
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Study Notes
Thanksgiving Meal
- Common dishes include turkey, stuffing, cranberry sauce, mashed potatoes, sweet potatoes, green bean casserole, and pumpkin pie.
- Turkey is traditionally regarded as the centerpiece of the meal.
Celebration Date
- Thanksgiving is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November each year in the United States.
Squanto's Teachings
- Squanto, a Native American, taught the Pilgrims essential survival skills such as planting corn, beans, and squash, and how to catch fish.
Pilgrim Fatality Causes
- Half of the Pilgrims died during the first winter in America due to harsh weather, disease, and food shortages.
Historical Significance
- Thanksgiving commemorates the Pilgrims' 1621 harvest celebration with Native Americans, symbolizing cooperation and gratitude.
- The festival reflects themes of family, togetherness, and appreciation for the harvest season.
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