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100

el chapulín

grasshopper

100

el copal

the incense

100

la tumba

the tomb

100

In what Spanish-speaking country did this celebration originate?

This celebration originated in Mexico.

100

How do the people who celebrate Day of the Dead view death?

They view death as pure happiness.  It's the next stage of existence.

200

la calavera

the skull

200

el mole

the spicy chocolate sauce

200

la ofrenda

the offering

200

What happened when the Aztec priest asked his God to give him a sign that the dead had passed over into the afterlife?

A field of marigold flowers bloomed.  

200
Name two ways that Halloween and Day of the Dead are different.

Halloween is spooky.  Day of the Dead is happy.  Dark colors are expected on Halloween.  During the Day of the Dead, you see bright colors.  Halloween is celebrated for one day.  Day of the Dead is celebrated two days.  During Halloween you trick or treat.  During Day of the Dead, you honor the dead.  (There may be other correct responses.)

300

el pan de muertos

the bread of the dead

300

el hueso

the bone

300

el panteón

the cemetary

300

What occurs on October 31st when we are celebrating Halloween?

On October 31st, the Mexican people prepare for the Day of the Dead celebration.  They go to the market to buy items for the altar.  They clean and prepare the graves.  

300

Name two ways that Halloween and Day of the Dead are similar.

They both occur in the fall.  They both include costumes.  They both include spending time with family and friends.  (There may be other correct responses.)

400

las calacas

the skeletons

400

el papel picado

the paper cut out

400

la máscara

the mask

400

Who is honored on November 1st?

The children who have passed away are honored on November 1st.

400

Name two typical items that you might find on an altar honoring a person who has passed during Day of the Dead.  Don't use any that we have mentioned.  

You would find a picture of the deceased.  You might find their favorite food or drink.  You might find water.  (There might be other correct responses.)  

500

el mercado

the market

500

la flor

the flower

500

la vela

the candle

500

Who is honored on November 2nd?

The adults who have passed away are honored on November 2nd.

500

Why do the Mexican people put petals and candles on the ground leading up to an altar to honor the dead?  

The petals and candles lead the spirit to his/her altar.

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