Las calaveras

What is the primary purpose of the Mexican tradition known as Día de Muertos (Day of the Dead)?

• To mourn the dead in silence and solitude.

• To celebrate the living and the dead together.

• To scare away evil spirits from the living world.

• To forget about loved ones who have passed away.

What is believed to guide the dead back to the world of the living on Day of the Dead?

• The light from candles on altars.

• The sweet aroma of marigolds.

• The sound of traditional music and songs.

• Photographs of their loved ones.

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Who is credited with creating the original figure known as Calavera Garbancera in 1910?

• Diego Rivera

• Frida Kahlo

• José Guadalupe Posada

• An anonymous folk artist

What was the original social critique conveyed by Calavera Garbancera?

• To highlight the importance of wealth and social status.

• To encourage people to embrace their true selves, regardless of social standing.

• To criticize the lack of fashion sense among the poor.

• To promote a specific political ideology.