Day of the Dead

What happens to businesses and schools during the Day of the Dead in Ecuador?

•  They remain open all day

• They close in the morning

• They close in the afternoon

• They close all day

What is the primary purpose of the Day of the Dead celebration?

• To celebrate the harvest

• To scare away evil spirits

• To honor ancestors

• To welcome the new year

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Which two traditions are combined in the Day of the Dead celebration?

• Aztec ancestor celebration and All Souls' Day

• Easter and Lent

• Halloween and Thanksgiving

• Christmas and New Year

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On which dates is the Day of the Dead primarily celebrated?

• July 4 and 5

• November 1 and 2

• October 31 and November 1

• December 24 and 25

What items are typically placed on the altar during the Day of the Dead?

• Books and toys

• Jewelry and money

• Candles and flowers

• Favorite foods and important items of the deceased

What do the skeletons represent during the Day of the Dead?

• The spirits of animals

• The cycle of life and death

• The fear of death

• The arrival of winter

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What is a unique feature of the skeletons used in Day of the Dead celebrations?

• They are life-size and posed doing activities

• They are made of gold

• They are invisible

• They are made of ice

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What is the cultural origin of the Day of the Dead celebration?

• Chinese

• Aztec and Spanish

• Ancient Roman

• Egyptian

What is the significance of marigold flowers during the Day of the Dead?

• They symbolize the sun and guide spirits to their altars

• They are used to ward off evil spirits

• They represent wealth and prosperity

• They are a symbol of eternal life

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Which language is primarily used in Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico?

• English

• Spanish

• Portuguese

• French