Thanksgiving History

Which ship did the Pilgrims sail on to reach America?

• Endeavour

• Mayflower

• Titanic

• Santa Maria

What was the name of the harvest festival celebrated by the Pilgrims?

• Harvest Day

• Pilgrim Festival

• Cornucopia

• Thanksgiving

Who declared Thanksgiving a national holiday in the United States?

• George Washington

• Thomas Jefferson

• John F. Kennedy

• Abraham Lincoln

What are some common Thanksgiving traditions?

• Playing board games, going on a hike, and watching movies.

• Exchanging gifts, going to the beach, and attending concerts.

• Decorating the Christmas tree, going shopping, and baking cookies.

• Gathering with loved ones, sharing a meal, expressing gratitude, watching football games, and participating in parades.

What is the traditional main dish served during Thanksgiving?

• The traditional main dish served during Thanksgiving is lasagna.

• The traditional main dish served during Thanksgiving is ham.

• The traditional main dish served during Thanksgiving is sushi.

• The traditional main dish served during Thanksgiving is roast turkey.

What year did the Mayflower voyage take place?

• 1492

• 1812

• 1620

• 1776

What was the purpose of the Mayflower voyage?

• To search for new trade routes

• To find gold and other valuable resources

• To explore the Pacific Ocean

• To establish a new colony in the New World.

What was the duration of the Mayflower voyage?

• 66 days

• 1 year

• 100 days

• 10 days

What was the name of the Native American tribe that helped the Pilgrims?

• Apache

• Wampanoag

• Iroquois

• Cherokee

What is the significance of the harvest festival in Thanksgiving history?

• It is a celebration of the end of the farming season.

• It is a time to honor the farmers and their hard work.

• It is a religious festival to pray for a good harvest.

• It is a celebration of the successful harvest and a time to give thanks for the abundance of food.