WorksheetsDía de los Muertos/La Ofrenda
Total questions: 50
Worksheet time: 1hrs 27mins
It is believed that the _________ and scent of the cempasúchil guide the spirits back.
bright color
dull color
purple color
blue color
¿Qué son las velas?
flowers
sugar skulls
food
candles
none of these
El incienso se llama cempasúchil.
Verdad
Falso
La mujer de muerto
La esqueleta
Which of the following is something you would put on an Ofrenda?
una vela
una foto
una bebiba
La Catrina
all are correct
Which item would you use to represent "water" on an ofrenda?
un incienso
una flor
un vaso de agua
una vela
una calaca
Translate - Day of the Dead
Day of the Deado
De Día los Muertos
Día los Muertos
Día de los Muertos
Los Muertos Día
Day of the Dead originated in...
Mexico
Central America
South America
Spain
Brazil
What is an ofrenda?
a bread
an altar
candy
cut paper
money
What is papel picado?
paper decorations
candy sugar skulls
grasshoppers
bread
drink
What is pan de muerto?
candy sugar skulls
the cemetery
a bread
a sauce
none of these
What is the flower of Día de los Muertos?
roses
tulips
marigolds
mums
daisies
During Day of the Dead people...
are sad
are mad
are embarrassed
are celebrating
are scared
What is the main symbol for Day of the Dead?
a skeleton
a vampire
a witch
a werewolf
a dog
The true meaning behind Day of the Dead is...
the birthday of the skeletons
Mexican Independence Day
honoring loved ones that have passed away
the anniversary of the Mexican president
When is el Día de los Muertos celebrated?
October 31st
November 1st and November 2nd
December 25
November 2nd
Where did the Day of the Dead celebrations originate?
Spain
United States
Mexico
Guatemala
What is the flower associated with Dia de los Muertos?
What is represented in the picture?
pan de muerto
mariposas
calaveras
tacos
none of these
What is the symbolism of the round shape in "pan de muerto"?
the beginning and the end
death is forever
the circle of life
life is delicious
What is “papel picado”?
ofrendas
cut out paper banners
calacas
altars
What is pictured here?
dia de los muertos
an ofrenda
a Mexican holiday
a gravesite
What are some essential items used to decorate the altar?
candles and incense
photos and marigold flowers
sugar skulls and pan de muerto
favorite food and drink of deceased
all are correct
What are “sugar skulls” used for during El Día de los Muertos ?
to decorate altars
to scare children
to make fun of death
to symbolize death
The Day of the Dead incorporates beliefs that originated in ___________.
the Maya civilization
The Aztec civilization
the Inca civilization
the Greek Civilization
What is celebrated on November 1st?
adults who have passed away
children who have passed away
senior citizens who have passed away
pets who have passed away
What is celebrated on November 2nd?
adults who have passed away
children who have passed away
babies who have passed away
pets who have passed away
What is Dia de los Muertos?
Dia de los Muertos is a Mexican holiday that celebrates and honors deceased loved ones.
Dia de los Muertos is a festival that honors living family members.
Dia de los Muertos is a celebration of the living.
Dia de los Muertos is a holiday celebrated in Brazil.
When is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?
October 31st
December 25th
February 14th
November 1st and 2nd
What is an ofrenda?
A type of traditional Mexican dance.
A special type of food served during the Day of the Dead celebration.
A type of flower commonly used in Day of the Dead decorations.
An altar that hold offerings to the deceased such as foods and photos.
What is the purpose of El Dia de los Muertos?
To celebrate the deceased.
To scare people.
To go door to door and get candy.
To dress up in costumes.
none of these
El Día de los muertos is
a sad, somber day
like Halloween
a day of celebration
a day of mourning
all of these
daisies
Mexico is the only country that celebrates Día de los Muertos.
true
false
On Día de los Muertos, people _____________ their loved ones.
yell at
What is something you might find on an ofrenda?
Sempasúchil
fotos
comida
incienso
All of these
What is this special table called?
display
cemetery
altar
stage
showcase
Where do people typically go to celebrate Day of the Dead?
a park
a cemetery
a church
a friend's house
all of these
El Día de los Muertos is like Halloween.
True
False
What is pan de muerto?
bread used to decorate altars
Mexican flowers
sugar skulls
spice that is burned to make an area smell good
¿Qué significa la palabra 'calaca' en el contexto del Día de los Muertos?
una flor
un esqueleto
una vela
una ofrenda
una bebida
What is the significance of marigolds in Day of the Dead celebrations?
They are believed to guide spirits with their scent and color.
They are used to make garlands.
They are a symbol of wealth.
They are used to decorate Christmas trees.
Which traditional food is commonly prepared during Day of the Dead?
Tacos
Pan de muerto
Enchiladas
Churros
Sempásuchil
What is the purpose of lighting candles on the altar during Day of the Dead?
To keep the altar warm.
To cook food offerings.
To scare away evil spirits.
To illuminate the path for the spirits.
Match the following words.
Sempasúchil
marigold
pan de muerto
dead bread
calavera
skull
cruz
cross
vela
candle
¿Cómo se escribe "candle" en español?
(a)
What is the name of the altar that people make in their homes to celebrate their deceased loved ones?
(a)
¿Cómo se escribe "Day of the Dead" en español?
(a)
For Día de los Muertos, Mexicans decorate the graves of their loved ones.
Cierto
Falso
