Peruanos se preparan para el 2017

In Lima, people visit the Market of Desires to cleanse their souls and prepare for the new year by participating in rituals to remove negative energy. They purchase amulets and cábala for health, work, and family prosperity. Popular wishes include financial success and job improvements. The market also celebrates Keiko, a deity believed to bring good luck.

What is the primary purpose of visiting the market of desires in Lima?

• To buy groceries

• To cleanse the soul and rid of negative energy

• To meet new people

• To learn about local history

What special instrument is used for purification in the rituals?

• A broom

• An armadillo

• A bell

• A candle

Why are these purification rituals popular among people?

• They are a form of entertainment

• They are free of charge

• They help people start the new year with optimism and good faith

• They promise wealth

What do people buy at the market to symbolize their desires for the new year?

• Books

• Miniature figures

• Food items

• Clothing

Who is Keiko, and why is this figure important in the celebrations?

• A famous artist

• A historical figure

• A deity believed to bring good luck

• A local politician