Debut:
A person's first time doing something in front of others; Their big beginning moment
Crown Jewel:
The very best or most special part of something
Feature:
A special part of something that stands out
How has Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade changed from its start to today?
The first parade featured live animals, instead of balloons; The number of parade floats and balloons included has increased; The route has been shortened
What is the main idea of this text?
The beginning of the Macy's Day Parade and how it has evolved throughout the years.
Spectacle:
Something very exciting or amazing to see, often big, colorful, or impressive
Why did the department store Macy's begin putting on a parade on Thanksgiving Day?
The Macy's staff, most of them first-generation immigrants, wanted to celebrate their new homeland and new traditions
When was the FIRST Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
1924
Tradition:
Something people do the same way over and over, usually to celebrate or remember something special
Celebrate:
To do something fun or special to show that you are happy about an event, person, or achievement
Route:
The path you take to get from one place to another
Flanked:
To be positioned at the side of someone or something
Gather:
Come or bring together
Hallmark:
A special sign or feature that shows something is really good or typical of its kind
Pageant:
A special event when people dress up, perform, or take part in a show
TV-Friendly:
Designed or modified to be on television
Parade:
A fun event where people walk or ride down a street together, often with music, colorful costumes, floats, or balloons
Immigrants:
A person who moves to a different country
Inflation:
The action of inflating something (i.e., adding air to it)
Exuberant:
Full of energy, excitement, and happiness
Perennial:
Lasting a very long time; Keeps coming back again and again; Yearly