Thanksgiving

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What day of the week does Thanksgiving occur on?

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Thanksgiving occurs on the Fourth Thursday in November.

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Which president established Thanksgiving as an annual holiday?

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Thanksgiving grew into an annual holiday during the rule of President Abraham Lincoln.

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How long did the first Thanksgiving celebration last?

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The first Thanksgiving lasted three days.

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In which colony did the first American Thanksgiving take place?

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The first American Thanksgiving took place in Massachusetts.

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What type of meat was brought to the first Thanksgiving by Native Americans?

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The Native Americans brought deer to the first Thanksgiving.

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What is the historical significance of Thanksgiving in the United States?

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Thanksgiving is a national holiday that celebrates the harvest and blessings of the past year.

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What traditional food is commonly associated with Thanksgiving?

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Turkey is commonly associated with Thanksgiving.

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What is the purpose of Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks for the harvest and the preceding year.

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What is a common activity during Thanksgiving celebrations?

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A common activity during Thanksgiving is gathering with family and friends for a meal.

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What is the origin of Thanksgiving?

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Thanksgiving originated from a harvest feast shared by the Pilgrims and Native Americans in 1621.