感恩节 3 Thanksgiving_Day.ppt

Thanksgiving Day History In 1620 the first colonists, pilgrims, from New England came to America and began a new life there. It was a very hard life. Many people were sick and died during the first winter in the cold. Indians taught them to cultivate corns and to grow different vegetables and fruits. In the autumn of 1621 the colonists had their first harvest. It was rather good. The colonists decided to have a special dinner. They wanted to thank God – to give him their thanks for many things. It was a difficult year, but people still had food to eat. The colonists had a thanksgiving dinner (feast) for all the people. It lasted 3 days. Since that time people have been celebrating Thanksgiving Day. Traditions Thanksgiving is a day when people send loving messages and warm wishes to their relatives, friends, near and dear ones. It is a day of conveying their feelings through Thanksgiving cards. The day is a time to show your gratitude and respect to your elders, friends. Popular gifts include thanksgiving flowers, jewellery, baked cookie, chocolate gift baskets, candies, wine etc. Symbols of Thanksgiving Day Thanksgiving Poem The year has turned its circle, The seasons come and go. The harvest all is gathered in And chilly north winds blow.  Questions 1 What holiday do Americans celebrate in the last Thursday of November? 2 Who came to America in 1620? 4 What did Indians teach the pilgrims? 5 What are the Thanksgiving traditions? 6 What are the symbols of Thanksgiving Day? * The last Thursday of November Thanksgiving Day has its own traditions. People decorate their houses with autumn fruits and flowers and prepare traditional American food: roast turkey, potatoes and pumpkin. The family sits at the table during dinner and offer prayer to the God for his continuous grace. People dress different colorful costumes and