感恩节英语简介.pptVIP

The start of Thanksgiving Day First time it was celebrated: 1621 The settlers, who have since come to be called the Pilgrims, had left their native England because they had been denied the right to separate from the established church to worship in their own way. In 1620, they sailed to America on the Mayflower , seeking a place where they could have freedom of worship. Their original destination was Jamestown, Virginia, but storms blew them to the north and after a tempestuous two-month voyage, they landed at what is now Plymouth, Massachusetts, in the icy November The habits in Thanksgiving Day Nor has the pattern of Thanksgiving celebration changed through the years. It is a day for the gathering of the clan——to give thanks for the year’s blessings, to enjoy the fruits of the harvest, and to share whatever one has with those less fortunate. The dinner menu The following menu served on Thanksgiving Day 1863 resembles almost exactly one served a hundred years later. Cranberry Juice Roast Turkey with Dressing Cranberry Sauce Sweet potatoes Creamed Onions Squash Pumpkin Pie Plum Pudding Mince Pie milk coffee Family Reunion and Feasting Family feast is an important tradition during Thanksgiving. The entire family sits at the table during dinner and offer prayer to the Lord Almighty for his continuous grace. It is also a time for relatives living in different places to come together and celebrate. Parades The traditional Thanksgiving parade probably started with President Lincoln proclaiming it an official day. The full- dress parade is a way to display the country’s military strength and discipline. The main aim of such parades is to lift the spirits of the spectators, provide them with wholesome entertainment. In the present day, parades are accompanied with musical shows and celebrities. Football Games Watching NFL football during Thanksgiving is a popular tradition. The trad