Day of the Dead 2020

The type of flower frequently placed on altars or used for decorations is the... 

• marigold
• daffodil
• rose
• carnation

Halloween and The Day of the Dead are the same thing.

• True
• False

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What are the skulls made of?

• Marshmallow
• Butter
• Flour
• Sugar

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The elaborate altar created in honor of deceased relatives is called:

• atole
• ofrenda
• calaca
• papel picado

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The sugary sweet rolls often placed on altars are called:

• pan dulce
• pan de manzana
• pan pan
• pan de muerto

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Ofrendas are often decorated with:

• photos of the deceased
• flowers, specifically marigolds
• candles
• all of these

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Why is this holiday celebrated?

• Because of the spirits of the loved ones return to visit family and friends
• Because of the food
• To keep away evil spirits
• To extend Halloween celebrations

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The true meaning behind Day of the Dead is...

• the birthday of the skeletons

• Mexican Independence Day

• honoring loved ones that have passed away

• the anniversary of the Mexican president

The day of the dead coincides with ...

• All saints' day and all souls day
• Halloween 
• Easter

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The celebration of Día de los Muertos has aspects of which religion?

• Judaism
• Hinduism
• Buddhism
• Catholicism

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