Alebrijes Quiz

Who is credited with creating the first alebrijes?

• Manuel Jiménez

• Diego Rivera

• Pedro Linares

• Frida Kahlo

What material were the original alebrijes made from?

• Papier-mâché

• Metal

• Clay

• Wood

Which city is known for the annual Monumental Alebrije Parade?

• Oaxaca

• Mexico City

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

What type of wood is commonly used for carving alebrijes in Oaxaca?

• Cedar

• Oak

• Pine

• Copal

Which family is known for continuing the tradition of making alebrijes in Mexico City?

• Jiménez family

• Linares family

• Fuentes family

• Santiago family

What is a common feature of alebrijes?

• Realistic animal forms

• Monochrome patterns

• Bright colors and fantastical designs

• Geometric shapes

Which artist helped popularize alebrijes in the United States?

• Jacobo Angeles

• Guillermo del Toro

• Judith Bronowski

• David Copperfield

What is a significant challenge faced by alebrije artisans in Oaxaca?

• Lack of interest

• Depletion of copal trees

• High production costs

• Competition from other countries

What is the purpose of the annual Monumental Alebrije Parade?

• To sell alebrijes

• To celebrate Mexican Independence

• To honor Pedro Linares

• To showcase large alebrijes

Which of the following is NOT a material used in making alebrijes?

• Glass

• Plastic

• Cardboard

• Wire