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Groundhog Day Traditions

Explore the history and traditions of Groundhog Day with this engaging worksheet for Grade 5 students.

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SS.5.C.2.1SS.5.G.1.1Groundhog DayTraditionsCultureSocial StudiesHolidays
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Groundhog Day Traditions

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Read each question carefully and provide your best answer. Some questions may require you to recall information about Groundhog Day traditions.

1. On what date is Groundhog Day celebrated each year?

a

January 1st

b

February 2nd

c

March 15th

d

December 25th

2. What does it traditionally mean if the groundhog sees its shadow?

a

Early spring

b

A long, cold winter

c

A rainy summer

d

A warm autumn

3. The most famous groundhog in the United States is  .

4. Groundhog Day originated from a German tradition called  .

5. Groundhog Day is a national holiday in the United States.

T

True

F

False

6. If the groundhog does not see its shadow, it means spring will come early.

T

True

F

False

7. Briefly explain the tradition of Groundhog Day and its purpose.