Day of the Dead

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Which country is famous for celebrating El Dia de los Muertos?

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Mexico

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When is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?

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November 1st and 2nd

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In most Indian villages, beautiful alters called________ are made in each home.

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ofrendas

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Who or what supposedly returns during this time?

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The spirits of loved ones

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The traditional yellow flower for the Day of the Dead is . . .

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a marigold.

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An ofrenda is . . .

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a collection of objects placed on an altar to honor loved ones.

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One thing people do not do on the Day of the Dead is . . .

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go trick or treating.

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Why is the holiday celebrated?

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Because the spirits of loved ones return to visit family and friends and because death is portrayed as an exciting adventure: not dark, sad, or scary.

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What types of food and drink are prepared?

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Pan de Muertos, Atole, and Sugar Skulls

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What happens at the cemetery?

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People visit their dead loved ones, light candles in remembrance, and talk and visit quietly.