Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala

The video explores Semana Santa, a significant religious event in Antigua, Guatemala. It highlights the traditions, including the creation of intricate sawdust rugs and the grand processions that take place during Holy Week. Participants dress in historical costumes, and the community comes together to commemorate the life and death of Jesus. The video concludes with an invitation for viewers to engage with questions.

What is Semana Santa and when is it commemorated?

• A summer holiday event

• A tradition commemorated during the last week of Lent

• A New Year celebration

• A festival celebrated in December

What materials are used to create the sawdust rugs during Semana Santa?

• Wood and stone

• Sawdust and flowers

• Metal and glass

• Plastic and paper

What is the purpose of the sawdust rugs in the Semana Santa processions?

• To blanket the path of the processions

• To decorate the city for tourists

• To sell as souvenirs

• To provide a path for vehicles

Who participates in the Semana Santa processions?

• Only local residents

• Tourists and visitors

• Only church officials

• Participants dressed as Roman soldiers and other characters

What is the significance of the floats in the Semana Santa processions?

• They symbolize the life and death of Jesus

• They are for entertainment purposes

• They carry advertisements

• They are used for carrying food

How are participants chosen to carry the floats during Semana Santa?

• By volunteering on the day of the event

• Through a lottery system

• By random selection

• By registering two years in advance

Why is balance important when carrying the floats?

• To prevent the float from tipping over

• To make it easier to carry

• To ensure it moves faster

• To make it look more impressive

What historical period do many of the sculptures on the floats date back to?

• 20th century

• 16th or 17th century

• 21st century

• 18th or 19th century

What role do women play in the Semana Santa processions?

• They prepare the sawdust rugs

• They organize the event

• They lead the processions

• They carry a float commemorating Mary

What is the cultural significance of Semana Santa in Antigua Guatemala?

• It is a major cultural and religious event

• It is a minor local event

• It is a political gathering

• It is a commercial festival