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Why did some pilgrims die?
They died due to food shortages and low temperatures -
First Thanksgiving when was it?
Thanksgiving was first celebrated in 1621 -
Who was the Governor?
the governor was William Bradford, the Pilgrim leader what decided to celebrate a dinner the Pilgrims and the Native Americans together -
Who taught pilgrims to grow corn, other plants, hunt and was friends?
those who taught the pilgrims how to grow corn, other plants, hunt and were friends with the pilgrims were the Indians -
Who did you start with?
The tradition started with the
Pilgrims, the founders of America. The Pilgrims left great Britain in 1620 to escape religious persecution. They wanted to start a new life in America and practise their religion freely. -
Who do they thank?
they wanted to give thanks to God. -
Importance
Thanksgiving is a very important American festivity and it is celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November. However, schools and many shops and offices are closed for four days: Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
So it is a very important holiday for American people.
Thanksgiving is a special day for families to be together and to thank God for everything they have. -
Family dinners
Most people in the United States celebrate this holiday with family gatherings in their homes where they prepare a banquet, in many houses it is common to offer a prayer of thanks to God for the blessings received throughout the year. -
Parade in Manhattan
Annually, the department store chain Macy's conducts a grand parade through the streets of Manhattan, New York, attracting millions of people to Broadway Avenue to see the huge giant balloons and witness the performances of guest music artists, tourists and locals from the city, enjoy the parade financed by the Municipality and private companies. -
Start of the shopping season
Most businesses and offices are closed on this day. Some warehouses, shopping malls, restaurants and bars remain open. The Friday after the party is traditional the opening of the Christmas shopping season. This day is known as "Black Friday." Warehouses and stores all offer discount prices and many people go to the shopping centers from the early hours of the day.
