💀Dia Des Los Muertos🏵️
🍞Great Baked Breads🥖
🛝Playground Games🤸🏻♂️
🍳A Balanced Breakfast🥓
🟩Viva Mexico!🟥
100
Where is Dia de los Muertos traditionally celebrated?
Mexico
Day of the Dead combines the ancient Aztec custom of celebrating ancestors with All Souls' Day, a holiday that Spanish invaders brought to Mexico starting in the early 1500s. The holiday, which is celebrated mostly in Mexico on November 1 and 2, is like a family reunion—except dead ancestors are the guests of honor.
100
This French bread is a staple piece in any Parisian household, often bought every day with a bottle of wine.
Baguette
Something that hits all five senses needs protecting, and that's exactly what the French government did back in 1993 with the Décret Pain. The law states that traditional baguettes have to be made on the premises they're sold and can only be made with four ingredients: wheat flour, water, salt and yeast. They can't be frozen at any stage or contain additives or preservatives, which also means they go stale within 24 hours.
100
This game involves running around and yelling "YOU'RE IT!" when you touch another person.
Tag
Tag-like games have been played throughout history since as far back as the fourth century BC. The Greek poet Erinna, in her poem The Distaff, speaks of a tag-like game where one girl, the "tortoise", chases other girls, and the tagged girl becomes the new "tortoise".
100
What are some common breakfast foods? What are your favorite things to eat for breakfast?
Eggs, toast, pancakes, waffles, fruit, cereal, bacon, sausage and many more!
The best breakfast foods are nutrient-dense options like eggs, Greek yogurt, oatmeal, and berries, which provide sustained energy and help you feel full.
100
What are the three colors of the Mexican Flag?
Green, White and Red
The colors of the Mexican flag, green, white, and red, have shifted in meaning over time. The modern interpretation is: green for hope and independence, white for unity, and red for the blood of heroes who fought for the country. The original meanings from the time of independence were green for independence from Spain, white for the Roman Catholic faith, and red for unity with Europe.
200
True or False: An ofrenda is a Dia de los Muertos altar used to honor lost loved ones.
True!
Altars or offerings include and decorations with objects; displays of the departed's favorite food and drinks, as well as ornamental, personal belongings, flowers, candles and pictures of loves ones.
200
This dense, sweet bread is made from a certain mashed fruit and is often filled with nuts and chocolate.
Banana Bread
Bananas appeared in the US in the 1870s but it took a while for them to appear as ingredients in desserts. Banana bread recipes emerged in cookbooks across North America when baking powder became available in grocery stores in the 1930s. Some food historians believe banana bread was a byproduct of the Great Depression as resourceful housewives did not wish to throw away overripe bananas.
200
This popular children's game needs at least two players in which one conceals themselves and the other counts to a predetermined number before shouting "Ready or not, here I come!" then attempts to find them.
Hide and Go Seek!
In some versions of the game, after the first hider is caught or if no other players can be found over a period of time, the seeker calls out a previously-agreed phrase (such as "Olly olly oxen free", "Come out, come out wherever you are" or "All in, All in, Everybody out there all in free") to signal the other hiders to return to base for the next round.
200
True or False: The most common way people eat eggs is fried.
False, it's boiled!
Hard-boiled eggs take the favorite by a large margin and there seems to be a clear divide between the northeast and southwest states! For the most part, you’ll find that northern states favor hard-boiled eggs while southern and western states seem to prefer soft-boiled.
200
True or False: Mexico is home to the largest pyramid by volume in the world.
True!
Perhaps one of the facts about Mexico that is most surprising is that it is home to one of the world’s largest pyramids. The Great Pyramid at Cholula is the largest pyramid by volume known to exist in the world today. Although Cholula’s Great Pyramid may not be the largest in height, it’s so massive that when the Spanish conquered the city, they thought it was a hill! If you’d like to see it for yourself, you can do so on this day trip from Mexico City.
300
What type of flower petals are scattered on a path from the front door to the ofrenda on Dia de Los Muertos?
a. Roses
b. Daisy
c. Marigolds
d. Tulip
c. Marigolds
One of the brightest and most well-known symbols is the marigold or cempasuchil, the flower of the dead. Those who celebrate this tradition believe the flower helps the dead find their way back to their loved ones in the living world through its vibrant color and strong scent. Because of these strong properties, marigolds or cempasuchiles are used to decorate altars or ofrendas and the graves of the deceased. The word cempasuchil comes from the Aztecs and, when translated, means flower of many petals. The Aztecs considered this flower sacred and thought it represented the sun. Native to the Americas this flower begins blooming in early summer and dies at the first frost.
300
This quick bread is typically made in a skillet and is very popular in the south, served alongside most meals.
Cornbread
In its earliest developments in the American colonies, cornbread was a simple combination of ground cornmeal and water that was then stirred together and baked over an open fire or in a hearth. At this point in its history, cornbread's role in Southern cuisine emerged out of necessity. Although white farmers in the Northeast and Midwest could grow wheat and rye, the heat and humidity of the South made European wheat wither and turn rancid.
300
This playground game involves a piece of equipment which can be used by oneself, in pairs, or with three or more people for games like Double Dutch.
Jump Rope
Explorers reported seeing aborigines jumping with vines in the 16th century. European boys started skipping in the early 17th century. The activity was considered indecent for girls due to concerns of them showing their ankles. Girls began skipping in the 18th century, adding skipping chants, owning the rope, controlling the game, and deciding who may participate.
300
What vitamin is orange juice most commonly associated with?
a. Vitamin A
b. Vitamin B
c. Vitamin C
d. Vitamin D
c. Vitamin C
Orange juice is a concentrated source of vitamin C, a powerful antioxidant that plays a central role in immune function. Additionally, vitamin C helps promote bone formation, wound healing, and gum health. Orange juice is also rich in folate, which is needed for DNA synthesis and supports fetal growth and development. Not to mention, it’s an excellent source of the mineral potassium, which regulates blood pressure, prevents bone loss, and protects against heart disease and stroke.
300
What is the capital of Mexico?
a. Tobasco
b. Baja California Sur
c. Chihuahua
d. Mexico City
d. Mexico City
Mexico City is the densely populated, high-altitude capital of Mexico. It's known for its Templo Mayor (a 13th-century Aztec temple), the baroque Catedral Metropolitana de México of the Spanish conquistadors and the Palacio Nacional, which houses historic murals by Diego Rivera. All of these are situated in and around the Plaza de la Constitución, the massive main square also known as the Zócalo.
400
What does "Dia de los Muertos" mean?
"Day of the Dead"
El Dia de los Muertos is perhaps the most popular holiday in Mexico. Families come together to honor their ancestors. The inevitability of death is accepted rather than feared. El Dia de los Muertos goes back to the Aztecs, who had not just a few days but an entire month dedicated to the dead.
400
This flatbread is commonly used in Mediterranean dishes, with the bread acting as a "pocket" for the fillings.
Pita
Pita originated from the Middle East, and it is known to be the oldest type of bread as it has been existing for around 4,000 years now. The name “pita” simply means “flatbread” and Greeks were the first people to use that term.
400
This traditional children's game requires players to sit in a circle with one player who is "it" running around the circle tapping on the other players' heads saying a certain animal's name until they say a different one and get chased.
Duck Duck Goose
There are many other versions of the game, some of which being Quail Quail Quarry, Duck Duck Gray Duck and Daisy In the Dell.
400
What sweet condiment is typically poured on pancakes and waffles?
Bonus: What state is the largest producer of this condiment?
Maple Syrup
Maple sugar has been a part of American history since before Europeans settled in the colonies. Native Americans even have legends about how maple sugar was discovered. The story has it that Chief Woksis of the Iroquois found the sweet (syrup) when he threw his tomahawk at a maple tree in the cold of winter. The next day, the sun warmed the sap inside the tree, and from the hole sprung forth the tasty syrup. Woksis's wife cooked their meat in the sap, and it was so delicious that the natives began to make maple sugar a part of their lives.
Bonus: Vermont
400
What were some of the ancient civilizations in Mexico when it was originally known as Mesoamerica?
Some notable civilizations were the Olmec, Mayans, Toltecs and Aztecs.
Ancient Mexico was home to several advanced civilizations, including the Olmec, Maya, Teotihuacan, Toltec, and Aztec. These cultures developed complex societies with notable achievements in architecture, mathematics, and astronomy, creating impressive cities like Tenochtitlán and Chichén Itzá and innovations such as the Mesoamerican calendar. The Olmec are considered the "mother culture" for many others, and each civilization left a unique legacy that contributed to the rich history of Mesoamerica.
500
What does the sugar skull represent on Dia de los Muertos?
The sweetness of life!
Sugar skulls are created as ornamental gifts for children and family members during Día de los Muertos. Unlike the ghoulish skulls and skeletons associated with Halloween, these brightly colored skulls represent the departed souls in the circle of life
500
This bread is traditionally made for major Jewish holidays such as Shabbat, constructed by braiding dough into it's signature shape.
Challah
Braided challah, which may have three, four, or six strands, is the most common, and because they look like arms intertwined, they are thought to symbolize love. Three braids symbolize truth, peace, and justice. Twelve humps from two small or one large braided bread recall the miracle of the 12 loaves for the 12 tribes of Israel.
500
This popular playground game is played on blacktop and usually requires a good piece of chalk or tape to mark spaces to jump in on the ground.
Hopscotch
Hopscotch is attested c.1200 to 600–500 BCE from the Painted Grey ware era of prehistoric India, it is also listed among the games prohibited by Buddha. It is attested that an ancient form of hopscotch was played by Roman children and soldiers, but the first recorded references to the game in the English-speaking world date to the late seventeenth century, usually under the name "scotch-hop" or "scotch-hopper(s)".
500
What are the three most common breakfast drinks? What are your favorites?
Coffee, Tea and Smoothies!
The best breakfast drinks are those that provide hydration and nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins) without excessive sugar. Top choices include water, smoothies made with whole ingredients, black coffee or tea, and milk or plant-based alternatives.
500
How many states are in Mexico?
Bonus: What are some of the most populated states in Mexico?
31 States and one Federal District (Mexico City)
Mexico is a land of extremes, with high mountains and deep canyons in the center of the country, sweeping deserts in the north, and dense rain forests in the south and east. Mountains cover much of Mexico. Between the Sierra Madre Oriental mountain range in the east and the Sierra Madre Occidental in the west lie small mountain ranges on the Central Plateau. These regions are rich with valuable metals like silver and copper. The stretch of land called the Yucatán Peninsula juts into the Gulf of Mexico from Mexico's southeastern tip. It was once the home of the Maya civilization, an ancient culture whose amazing buildings can still be seen today.
Bonus: The state of México itself with around 17 million people, then Mexico City, Jalisco, Veracruz and Puebla.