Dia de los Muertos

The artist who created political cartoons with skeletons and skulls is:

• Diego Rivera

• Dr. Amalia Mesa-Bains

• Frida Kahlo

• Jose Guadalupe Posada

Answer explanation

The artist known for creating these cartoons is Jose Guadalupe Posada.

The point of Dia de los Muertos is:

• To knock on doors and get candy

• To wear scary costumes and scare people

• To honor our ancestors

• To play pranks on your neighbors

Answer explanation

The point of Dia de los Muertos is to honor and remember those who are no longer with us -- our Ancestors.

Jose Guadalupe Posada first created his cartoons for:

• late night TV

• printing in newspapers

• graffiti

• Instagram

Answer explanation

Jose Guadalupe Posada created his famous skeleton cartoons for printing in newspapers.

What are the skeletons and skulls called?

• Calavera y Calacas

• Frida y Diego

• skeletons and skulls

• Skeletor and She-Ra

Answer explanation

Calaveras are skulls, and are sometimes made of sugar with icing. Calacas are skeletons and are often made like dolls or statues for Dia de los Muertos.

Are Dia de los Muertos skeletons supposed to be scary?

• Yes!

• No!

Answer explanation

Dia de los Muertos skeletons and decorations are not supposed to be scary. They are supposed to be beautiful. To make them scary would be like making fun of our dead ancestors!

Who is the artist known for making altars for feminist icons?

• Frida Kahlo

• Mona Lisa

• Dr. Amalia Mesa-Bains

• Kristin Farr

Answer explanation

Dr. Amalia Mesa-Bains is a Bay Area artist who is known for making beautiful altars of feminist icons -- especially those of Latinx heritage.

The flowers used on traditional Dia de los Muertos altars are

• roses

• lillies

• poinsettias

• marigolds

Answer explanation

Marigolds are always part of Dia de los Muertos altars and celebrations. The scent of the flowers and the bright orange color is thought to attract the spirits of ancestors.

It is important to include _________ on Dia de los Muertos altars.

• Photos of your relatives

• Halloween decor

• Cupcakes

• Avocados

Answer explanation

Pictures of family members in handmade, embossed-metal frames, called "Retablos" are often found on Dia de los Muertos altars.

Dia de los Muertos is a tradition that has roots in ________ culture.

• Colonial American

• Medieval English

• Ancient Egyptian

• Aztec

Answer explanation

Dia de los Muertos has roots in Aztec culture, but also includes parts of European Catholic traditions, as well. In the Bay Area, Aztec dancers are usually part of community Dia de los Muertos observances.

What day does Dia de los Muertos begin on?

• October 31

• November 1

• October 18

• November 21

Answer explanation

Dia de los Muertos usually begins on November 1, which is All Souls' Day in the Catholic tradition.