Thanksgiving

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Across
  1. 2. Horn of plenty, symbol of abundance
  2. 6. Ship that carried the Pilgrims to America
  3. 7. Orange gourd used in pies and decorations
  4. 9. A good thing people often give thanks for
  5. 11. Sweet tubers commonly baked or candied as a side
  6. 12. People who often gather together for the holiday
  7. 14. Large meal shared with family and friends
  8. 18. Tart red berry served as a sauce or relish
  9. 20. Season when Thanksgiving takes place (also “fall”)
  10. 21. Public procession often held on Thanksgiving Day
  11. 22. Early settlers who celebrated the first Thanksgiving
Down
  1. 1. Sport many watch on Thanksgiving Day
  2. 3. Baked side made from cornmeal, served with the meal
  3. 4. Food saved to eat after the main meal
  4. 5. Savory bread mixture cooked inside or beside the bird
  5. 6. Word often paired with “potatoes” for a side dish
  6. 8. Journey (hint connects to Pilgrims’ voyage)
  7. 10. Savory sauce made from pan drippings
  8. 13. Feeling of gratitude commonly expressed on Thanksgiving
  9. 15. Main bird often roasted at Thanksgiving
  10. 16. Time of gathering crops in autumn
  11. 17. Sauce often served with turkey (plural)
  12. 19. Customs or practices passed down each year
  13. 21. Sweet baked dessert often filled with fruit or squash