Dia de los Muertos

What is Día de los Muertos?

• A day when people dress up in costumes.

• A day when people have block parties.

• A day when people honor their ancestors.

• A day when people have parades.

Who created the character "La Catrina"?

• José Guadalupe Posada

• Diego Rivera

• Pablo Picasso

• Claude Monet

What is the name of this flower that is used when celebrating Día de los Muertos?

• rosa

• claveles

• girasol

• cempasuchil

What is the name of a sugar skull in Spanish?

• calavera

• sugarella

• velas

• clavela

Which one is not a part of the altar?

• a personal belonging

• a favorite snack

• hot air

• water

What is the purpose of the marigold flowers?

• To create a beautiful decoration.

• To place in a vase.

• To lead the soul of the loved one to the family home.

• To light the candles.

What is the purpose of the water?

• To water the marigolds.

• To quench the thirst of the soul after their journey.

• To decorate the altar.

• To catch the raindrops when it rains.

On what days is Día de los Muertos celebrated?

• October 31 - November 1

• November 1 - November 2

• November 2 - November 3

• October 30 - November 1

Día de los Muertos is a celebration whose earliest roots is found in what culture?

• Malaysian Culture

• African Culture

• Indian Culture

• Aztec Culture

What is the name of the altar built in honor of a loved one called in Spanish?

• las velas

• las flores

• la ofrenda

• la moneda