Spanish 2 - Christmas Traditions in Latin America

Who is the most common bringer of gifts to children on Christmas in Latin America?

• Santa Claus

• The Three Wise Men

• Baby Jesus

• El Duende

On what date do the Three Wise Men traditionally bring gifts in some Latin American countries?

• December 24th

• December 25th

• January 1st

• January 6th

What do the more religiously observant people do at midnight between Christmas Eve and Christmas Day?

• Eat a big meal

• Gather as a family to open gifts

• Conduct a procession through town.

• Attend a special mass called Misa de Gallo.

Which country celebrates the start of the Christmas season on December 7th with "Noche de Velitas," where people light up streets with candles?

• Nicaragua

• Puerto Rico

• Colombia

• Bolivia

On Noche de Velitas, what do the candles represent

• peace and love (paz y amor)

• wishes for the new year and gratitude for something that happened during the year

• the Star of Bethlehem

• the warmth of love for friends and family

Which patron saint is celebrated with shouting in La Griteria in Nicaragua?

• St. Nicholas

• Santa Lucia

• La Virgen de Guadalupe

• the Virgin Mary, la Purisima

What do Las Posadas re-enact?

• the arrival of the three wise men (tres reyes magos)

• Mary and Joseph's search for shelter

Why do countries like Chile and Argentina often celebrate Christmas by going to the beach?

• because they have many beaches

• because Christmas occurs during their summer

• because they hold candlelight vigils near the water

What is "Coquito," a classic Christmas drink in Puerto Rico?

• A fruit cocktail with soda

• A milk-based drink with sugar and cinnamon

• A coconut-flavored eggnog-like drink

• A corn-based drink