Day of the Dead Quiz

When is Day of the Dead celebrated?

• December 25th

• November 1st and 2nd

• July 4th

• October 31st

Is it a sad holiday?

• Yes, it is very sad

• No, it is a joyful celebration

• It is neither sad nor happy

• It is a solemn occasion

What do people believe happens on Day of the Dead (generally speaking)?

• Spirits of the dead return to visit

• People receive gifts from Santa

• The world ends

• Animals can talk

What is a pretty constant tradition no matter where you are in Mexico?

• Fireworks display

• Building altars

• Lighting candles

• Singing carols

What do people do while at the cemetery?

• Dance and sing

• Sleep overnight

• Clean and decorate graves

• Play sports

What items are usually on the altars?

• Books and newspapers

• Food, candles, and photos

• Toys and games

• Electronics and gadgets

Why is there water at the altar?

• To symbolize life

• To quench the thirst of spirits

• To wash hands

• To cook food

Skulls are everywhere in Mexico! What types of skulls do they mention in the video?

• Wooden skulls

• Sugar skulls

• Stone skulls

• Plastic skulls

Why are the ofrendas created?

• To honor the deceased

• To celebrate a birthday

• To welcome spring

• To mark the end of the year

Day of the Dead is a mix of what two things?

• Halloween and Thanksgiving

• Indigenous traditions and Catholic beliefs

• Christmas and New Year

• Easter and Lent