The Day of the Dead
Which country did it originate in?
Mexico
How many people are needed to "fly"?
3, 4 or 2
4 people
How many days does Mexican Christmas last?
5, 7 or 9 days
9 days
What day is the Independence Day in Mexico?
September 16th or May 5th
September 16th
(Mexico's independence from Spain)
Where does the carnival take place?
Veracruz or Cozumel
Veracruz
Which date is The Day of the Dead celebrated on?
October 30/31st or November 1/2nd
November 1st & 2nd
What did they use FORMLY as a flying post?
Telephone pole or Tree
Tree
In Southern Mexico who brings gifts to Children?
Baby Jesus or Santa Claus
Baby Jesus
How many days is the celebration?
1, 2 or 4 days
2 days
When does the carnival take place?
First day of Lent or Christmas Eve
First day of Lent
What is typically used as a symbol for the day?
Skulls or Bats
Skulls
(also, butterflies & flowers)
What name is the flyers known as?
Birdmen or Batmen
Birdmen
In Northern Mexico are small or large gifts given to Children?
Large gifts
What was the man's profession who led the Mexican war for independence?
Priest or Doctor
Priest
What year was the first carnival held?
1860 or 1866
1866
True or False:
The Day of the Dead is a celebration?
True
(it is a celebration of departed loved ones)
The leader dances on the top: which instrument does he play at the same time?
Flute or Clarinet
Flute
(as well as a small drum)
True or False:
After midnight mass, feasting and celebration continue into early morning hours?
True
(Christmas day is meant for relaxing & eating leftovers from the feast)
Which year did Mexico get their independence?
1821 or 1815
1821
What is the carnival queen and king in charge of?
Spreading happiness or spreading sadness
Spreading happiness to their subjects
Which flower is an important symbol?
Sunflowers, roses or marigolds
Marigolds
How are the flyers attached when flying?
Hands or Feet
Which day is Candlemas celebrated on?
January 31st or February 2nd
February 2nd
(it's a follow-up Christmas Festival)
Which colors are on the Mexican Flag?
Blue, white & red or Green, white & red
Green, white & red
When is the carnival finished?
Shrove Tuesday or Ash Wednesday
Shrove Tuesday