Mexican Art and Culture

What are alebrijes?

• Wild and colorful creatures

• Rocks and low hanging clouds

• Traditional Mexican crafts

• Supernatural creatures from mythology

Who is credited with creating alebrijes?

• Diego Rivera

• Frida Kahlo

• Pedro Linares

• Julio Ruelas

What materials are used to make papier-mâché alebrijes?

• Wood and cardboard

• Clay and stone

• Paper and glue

• Metal and glass

Which Mexican state is known for wooden alebrijes?

• Mexico City

• Oaxaca

• Puebla

• Veracruz

What is cartonería?

• Traditional Mexican music

• A type of dance

• A paper-based handcraft

• A religious ritual

What were traditional cartonería figures often used for?

• Religious holidays

• Hunting decoys

• Children's toys

• Annual events

What type of wood is commonly used for carving wooden alebrijes?

• Cedar

• Pine

• Oak

• Copal

What is the main problem caused by the popularity of wooden alebrijes?

• Deforestation

• Insect infestation

• Lack of demand

• High production costs

What type of paint is commonly used to decorate wooden alebrijes?

• Acrylic

• Oil

• Watercolor

• Tempera

What is the significance of the multicolored, geometrical designs on wooden alebrijes?

• They represent different animals

• They have no specific meaning

• They are based on ancient Zapoteca writing

• They are purely decorative