Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving

Context

A national holiday in the United States, celebrated on the fourth Thursday of November, originating as a harvest festival

Explanation

Thanksgiving is a time for people in the United States to give thanks for what they have. Families and friends gather for a meal, which usually includes turkey, stuffing, and other dishes.

Applications

The holiday is rooted in the story of the Pilgrims and Native Americans sharing a meal in 1621.

Parades and football games are traditional activities associated with Thanksgiving.

Thanksgiving marks the beginning of the holiday season, including Black Friday, in the United States.