Complete the sentences with the given words.

1. New ... from Europe brought religious traditions with them to North
America.
2. Even though the first Thanksgiving celebrations were days of prayer, the modern
holiday is largely ... .
3. A roast turkey is the centrepiece of the big Thanksgiving ... .
4. Modern Thanksgiving is a ... , funny holiday full of activities like football and
parades.
5. The American President saves some turkeys from being feasted on by issuing a
presidential ... .
6. More than just food and fun, Thanksgiving is about ... and reflecting on a
successful year.