Barriletes de Guatemala

How long does it take to make a giant kite?

• One year

• One month

• Three months

• Six months

Approximately how many visitors are expected at the kite festival?

• 200,000

• 130,000

• 50,000

• 500,000

How many years has Julio Roberto Asturias Chiquito been making kites?

• 30 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 24 years

How long has the kite festival been celebrated in Zumpango?

• 50 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 100 years

What is believed to happen on November 2nd according to the oral history?

• A parade is held in the town

• Spirits visit their families on earth

• Kites are flown to celebrate the harvest

• The festival is officially opened

Why are kites flown during the festival?

• To compete for prizes

• To celebrate the end of the year

• To ward off evil spirits

• To attract tourists

What emotions are associated with flying kites on November 1st?

• Sadness and reflection

• Joy and excitement

• Boredom and indifference

• Fear and anxiety

What is a unique feature of the kites made in Guatemala?

• They are made of metal

• They are colorless

• They are made by hand

• They are very small

On which date do people in Guatemala traditionally fly their kites?

• October 31st

• November 1st

• November 2nd

• December 25th

What is the purpose of making colorful kites in Guatemala?

• To scare away evil spirits

• To decorate homes

• To sell them in markets

• To use them as toys