Vocab 1
el chapulín
grasshopper
el copal
the incense
la tumba
the tomb
In what Spanish-speaking country did this celebration originate?
This celebration originated in Mexico.
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.
la calavera
the skull
el mole
the spicy chocolate sauce
la ofrenda
the offering
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.
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.)
el pan de muertos
the bread of the dead
el hueso
the bone
el panteón
the cemetary
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.
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.)
las calacas
the skeletons
el papel picado
the paper cut out
la máscara
the mask
Who is honored on November 1st?
The children who have passed away are honored on November 1st.
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.)
el mercado
the market
la flor
the flower
la vela
the candle
Who is honored on November 2nd?
The adults who have passed away are honored on November 2nd.
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.