Cultural Significance of Sombreros in Mexico

Sombreros are traditional Mexican hats with a wide brim and high pointed top, used for sun protection and in celebrations. They are crafted from palm trees, dyed, and sewn into shape by local artisans. The sombrero gained cultural significance during the 1986 World Cup in Mexico, becoming a popular accessory for football fans.

What is a key feature of sombreros that helps protect from the sun?

• Colorful designs

• A high pointed top

• A wide brim

• A chin string

What material is primarily used to make sombreros?

• Palm trees

• Cotton

• Leather

• Wool

How are the strips of palm used in sombreros prepared?

• They are painted with oil

• They are dyed and dried in the sun

• They are woven with silk

• They are soaked in water

Which event popularized the sombrero as a football fan accessory?

• The 1970 World Cup

• The 2002 World Cup

• The 1994 World Cup

• The 1986 World Cup

What were the colors of the sombrero worn by the 1986 World Cup mascot?

• Blue, white, and red

• Green, white, and red

• Yellow, blue, and green

• Black, white, and yellow