Día de las Velitas
Where is El Día de las Velitas celebrated?
Colombia
In which country did Las Posadas originate?
Mexico
What do the seven points of the piñata symbolize?
The seven deadly sins
What is El Gordo? (not the translation)
Spain’s famous Christmas lottery
What do children do to Tió de Nadal?
Children hit El Tió to receive gifts
What Colombian celebration marks the beginning of the Christmas season?
El Día de las Velitas
How many nights do Las Posadas last?
Nine nights
According to the reading, what foods are commonly shared during Las Posadas?
Tamales, buñuelos, and hot punch
Who sings the winning numbers of El Gordo?
Children from San Ildefonso school
What types of gifts does El Tió give?
Candy, chocolates, and small toys
What religious event does El Día de las Velitas honor?
The Immaculate Conception of the Virgin Mary
What dates do Las Posadas take place?
December 16–24
In which country are Las Misas de Aguinaldo celebrated?
Venezuela
What is "décimo" when talking about El Gordo?
A ticket consisting of 10 tickets with the same number
What Spanish tradition takes place right at midnight, after December 31?
Las 12 Uvas
What do families light during El Día de las Velitas?
Candles and lanterns
Who do Las Posadas reenact the journey of?
Mary and Joseph
How many days before Christmas are Misas de Aguinaldo celebrated?
Nine days
What's the point of the décimo?
For the tickets to be shared with family, friends, and loved ones.
What does each grape represent?
One month of the new year
On what date is El Día de las Velitas celebrated?
December 7th
What are the participants called who walk with candles?
Los peregrinos
Name the traditional Venezuelan instrument used during El Aguinaldo.
Cuatro- small guitar
Name the region of Spain where El Tió de Nadal is celebrated.
Catalonia
How many grapes do people eat?
12
Besides light, what do families share during El Día de las Velitas?
Food, music, and conversation
What type of music is sung during Las Posadas?
Villancicos
What is hidden inside the Rosca de Reyes?
a figure of Baby Jesus
What is El Tió de Nadal?
A decorated log
On what date is El Día de Reyes celebrated?
January 6
What do candles symbolize for many Colombians?
Wishes, gratitude, and hope
What festive object do children break during Las Posadas?
A piñata
What does the word "aguinaldo" mean?
Christmas bonus
What item covers El Tió de Nadal?
a blanket
What happens if someone finds the figure inside the Rosca de Reyes? What do they need to do?
They must prepare food on Candelaria Day