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In which continent is Thanksgiving predominantly celebrated?

• North America

• Africa

• Europe

• Asia

What day is Thanksgiving celebrated in the United States?

• Fourth Thursday of November

• Second Tuesday of November

• First Monday of October

• Third Sunday of December

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Who was the president that initiated the contemporary practice of Thanksgiving Day?

• Franklin D. Roosevelt

• George Washington

• Abraham Lincoln

• Thomas Jefferson

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What historical event is commemorated during Thanksgiving Day?

• The American Civil War

• The celebration of the Pilgrims at Plymouth Plantation

• The signing of the Declaration of Independence

• The arrival of Europeans in America

What type of food is typical for Thanksgiving dinner?

• Pizza

• Sushi

• Turkey

• Tacos

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What did the Native Americans teach the Pilgrims?

• To build houses

• To hunt animals

• To navigate the ocean

• To cultivate and produce food

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What does Thanksgiving Day mean for many people in America today?

• A day to give thanks

• A shopping day

• A day of rest

• A work day

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What is considered a pillar of Thanksgiving Day?

• Solitude

• War

• Abundance

• Sadness

What year is mentioned in relation to the Pilgrims in the text?

• 1620

• 1621

• 1622

• 1623

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What type of employees receive a day off on Thanksgiving Day in the United States?

• None

• All employees

• Only private employees

• Only government employees

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