El Dia de los Muertos Quiz (7th Grade)

What is the English translation of 'Dia de los Muertos'?

• The Day of the Dead

• The Day of the Living

• The Day of the Souls

• The Day of the Spirits

When is the Day of the Dead most celebrated?

• October 31st

• November 1st

• November 2nd

• November 3rd

What is the significance of October 31st in relation to the Day of the Dead?

• It is the actual day of the celebration

• It is the day when most preparations begin

• It is the day when the souls return to the world of the living

• It is the day when Christian Catholic elements are incorporated

Where are the origins of the Day of the Dead?

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The roots of the Day of the Dead celebration and customs reach back to which ancient American civilization?

• Mayans

• Aztecs

• Incans

• Tainos

What did the Aztecs believe about the goddess of death and the god ruler of the underworld?

• They kept the souls of all dead people.

• They controlled the weather.

• They were enemies of the Aztecs.

• They were fictional characters.

Which four elemental objects do the living need to gather and place on burial places?

• Water, air, fire, and wood

• Earth, water, air, and fire

• Salt, water, fire, and flowers

• Salt, water, air, and wood

What is a "cempasuchil," and what is its significance to Day of the Dead?

• Marigold flowers; their bright colors and strong aroma are believed to help lead the spirits to their loved ones

• Candles; they are believed to light the spirits' way back to their families

• Sugar skulls; they represent death

• Bread of the dead; represents life and are a treat for the spirits

What do the living serve to the visiting souls?

• Their favorite foods and beverages

• Salt and water

• Candles and flowers

• Sugar skulls and bread of the dead

Which element is represented by the cups and jugs with water placed on the graves?

• La tierra

• El agua

• El aire

• El fuego