Thanksgiving through the lens of Native Americans today
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6 questions
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How did the first arrival of European settlers at Plymouth in 1616 impact the Wampanoag tribe?
How did the first arrival of European settlers at Plymouth in 1616 impact the Wampanoag tribe?
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Why do you think the story of Thanksgiving described in the article changed so radically over the years?
Why do you think the story of Thanksgiving described in the article changed so radically over the years?
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What is your reaction after reading that some Wampanoag and other Native American tribes refer to Thanksgiving as the Day of Mourning?
What is your reaction after reading that some Wampanoag and other Native American tribes refer to Thanksgiving as the Day of Mourning?
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How does learning a language help members of a tribe better understand their culture and identity?
How does learning a language help members of a tribe better understand their culture and identity?
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Do you think learning about the history of the Wamponoag people could make the traditional telling of the Thanksgiving story more meaningful? Why or why not?
Do you think learning about the history of the Wamponoag people could make the traditional telling of the Thanksgiving story more meaningful? Why or why not?
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Do you think it’s possible to celebrate Thanksgiving, a day which many cherish as a time of showing thanks to friends and family, while learning about the effects of colonization on the Wampanoag and other Native American peoples? Sha
Do you think it’s possible to celebrate Thanksgiving, a day which many cherish as a time of showing thanks to friends and family, while learning about the effects of colonization on the Wampanoag and other Native American peoples? Sha