History of Dia de los Muertos

What does "Dia de los Muertos" translate to in English?

• Halloween

• Day of the Dead

• All Souls Day

• Skeleton Day

When is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?

• October 30th

• October 31st

• October 31st - November 2nd

• November 1st - November 7th

In which country is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?

• Spain

• France

• Italy

• Mexico

The people of which ancient civilization are credited with much of the inspiration for Dia de los Muertos? (select all that apply).

• Aztec

• Inca

• Mesopotamia

• Nahua

What is said to happen on Dia de los Muertos? (select all that apply).

• The divide between the living world and spirit world dissolves.

• The souls of the dead return to the land of the living.

• The living can visit the land of the dead.

What is an ofrenda?

• A spirit guide, which is usually a brightly colored animal.

• A traditional food eaten during Dia de los Muertos.

• A dance performance.

• Altar where people leave offerings to the deceased.

What different things can be found on an ofrenda?

• Favorite food of a loved one

• Candles to light the way from the land of the dead

• Pictures of loved ones

• All of the above

What flower is associated with Dia de los Muertos?

• Carnations

• Marigolds

• Daffodils

• Roses

A popular treat eaten during the celebration is sugar molded into the shape of what?

• Candles

• Flowers

• Skulls

• Guitars

Another sweet treat which is made during Dia de los Muertos is pan de muertos, which is:

• a sweet bread

• chocolate

• sugary candy

• giant cake