Thanksgiving: Myths vs. Facts

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What were the main causes of the decline in Native American populations after European contact?

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Plagues brought by Europeans were a significant cause of the decline in Native American populations.

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What was the significance of the first Thanksgiving?

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The first Thanksgiving was a harvest festival celebrated by the Pilgrims and Native Americans, marking cooperation and gratitude.

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Why were pies not served at the first Thanksgiving?

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The settlers lacked butter and wheat flour for a crust.

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What does the term 'Thanksgiving' refer to in a historical context?

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Thanksgiving refers to various harvest celebrations, not just the one in 1621.

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True or False: The first Thanksgiving lasted for three days.

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True

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True or False: There were more Native Americans than Settlers at the first Thanksgiving.

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True

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What is a common myth about the first Thanksgiving?

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A common myth is that it was a formal event with a set menu, which it was not.

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What year did the first Thanksgiving take place?

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The first Thanksgiving took place in 1621.

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What role did Native Americans play in the first Thanksgiving?

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Native Americans helped the Pilgrims survive by teaching them how to grow crops and hunt.

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What is one reason why Thanksgiving is celebrated in the United States today?

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Thanksgiving is celebrated as a time for family gatherings and expressing gratitude.