Thanksgiving is a holiday celebrated in the United States and Canada on the fourth Thursday of November. It is a time to give thanks for the blessings in our lives and to spend time with family and friends.

The history of Thanksgiving in the United States goes back to 1621 when the Pilgrims, who were early settlers in the country, held a feast to celebrate their first harvest. This feast is considered to be the first Thanksgiving celebration in the country.

Nowadays, people celebrate Thanksgiving by gathering with their loved ones, preparing a big meal, and expressing gratitude for all the good things in their lives. This might include saying grace before the meal, or sharing what each person is thankful for.

Thanksgiving is also a time to enjoy traditional foods, such as turkey, stuffing, green beans, and cranberry sauce. Many families also enjoy pumpkin pie for dessert.

In addition to the family meal, many communities hold parades, watch football games, and volunteer to help those in need. This holiday is a time to reflect on what we are grateful for, to spend time with those we love, and to give back to others.

Multiple Choice Questions:

  1. When is Thanksgiving celebrated? a. The first Thursday of November b. The second Monday of November c. The fourth Thursday of November d. The first Monday of December
  2. What is the history of Thanksgiving in the United States? a. It started as a feast to celebrate the first harvest by the Pilgrims b. It started as a celebration of Christmas c. It started as a celebration of Easter d. It started as a celebration of Independence Day
  3. What do people do on Thanksgiving? a. Give thanks for the blessings in their lives and spend time with family and friends b. Go to the park c. Play video games d. Watch TV
  4. What is a traditional food on Thanksgiving? a. Turkey b. Spaghetti c. Sushi d. Tacos
  5. What is the goal of Thanksgiving? a. To reflect on what we are grateful for, to spend time with those we love, and to give back to others b. To argue with family c. To watch scary movies d. To buy things