6B01 - Day of the Dead

In which country do they celebrate “The day of the dead?”

• Spain
• Brazil
• China
• Mexico

On which date is this day celebrated?

• November 2nd

• May 4th

• January 1st
• December 25th

What is the 2nd of November also known as?

• All Souls' Day
• Thanksgiving
• Halloween
• Day of the Dead

Is this a scary or sad celebration?

• Scary

• Sad

• None of the above

Which empire started “the day of the dead?”

• Aztec Empire
• Roman Empire
• Maya Empire
• Inca Empire

Is the day considered a tradition in Mexico?

• Yes

• No

In which two places do the Mexicans set up an altar?

• parks and museums
• churches and schools
• homes and cemeteries
• restaurants and hotels

What kind of things would you find decorating the altar?

• books, incense, and jewelry
• food, drinks, and toys
• candles, flowers, statues, and pictures
• clothing, shoes, and electronics

What do the Mexicans believe happen because of the smells (scents) from the flowers and burning incense?

• The smells attract the spirits of the deceased
• The smells repel the spirits of the deceased
• The smells have no effect on the spirits of the deceased
• The smells cause the spirits of the deceased to become angry

Why do Mexicans celebrate this "The Day of The Dead"?

• To honor and remember their deceased loved ones
• To celebrate the end of the harvest season
• To commemorate a historical event
• To worship their ancestors