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practice their religion. They arrived in November, when 5 it was too late to plant crops. many people died, the Pilgrim settlement survived the winter because of help from Indians who lived nearby. The Indians taught the Pilgrims about corn and showed them where to fish. The next November, after the crops were harvested, the Pilgrims gave thanks to God at a feast to which they invited the Indians. Every year, Americans celebrate Thanksgiving. Families and friends get together for a big feast. The meal usually includes roast turkey with stuffing and 15 gravy, a sweet sauce made from cranberries, sweet potatoes, and pumpkin pie. What a meal! It’s not surprising that a recent Thanksgiving tradition is to sit after dinner in front of the TV watching a professional football game. (Adapted from Inglês Doorway) GLOSSARY harvested – colhido cranberries – mirtilo 32 – Fill in the blank with the suitable option: a) Besides b) Because c) Although d) Therefore 33 – According to the text, we can infer that a) turkey, sweet potatoes, pumpkin pie are seldom served on thanksgiving. b) Thanksgiving is a celebration among families and friends to thank God. c) it’s traditional to watch football game on TV before the dinner. d) Americans celebrate thanksgiving every other year. 34 – According to the text, all the alternatives are correct, except: a) Pilgrims learned how to plant and where to fish with Indians. b) All Pilgrims were established in Massachusetts. c) Indians were responsible for Pilgrims survival. d) The Pilgrims invited the Indians to their feast. Read the text and answer questions 35, 36 and 37. Flight attendant 1 Within every elegant and friendly flight attendant exists a very well trained professional. They graduate from courses recognized by the Civil Aeronautical Department (DAC). For six months, this professional 5 learns the basic functions of a plane as well as flight procedures. Security issues, either in the air or on the ground, are dealt with in detail. A flight attendant is taught how to handle first – aid procedures for passengers