Día de los Muertos: A Celebration of Life and Death

What is the primary purpose of Día de los Muertos?

• To celebrate the lives of deceased loved ones

• To mourn the dead

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To honor the Aztec gods

On which dates is Día de los Muertos celebrated?

• October 31 and November 1

• November 1 and 2

• November 2 and 3

• October 30 and 31

What is an ofrenda in the context of Día de los Muertos?

• A type of traditional food

• A parade costume

• A decorated altar honoring the deceased

• A musical instrument used in celebrations

Which flower is traditionally used to attract spirits to the altars during Día de los Muertos?

• Roses

• Lilies

• Marigolds

• Tulips

What is the significance of monarch butterflies during Día de los Muertos?

• They symbolize the arrival of spring

• They are believed to be the returning spirits of the deceased

• They are used in traditional recipes

• They are a symbol of good luck