Spanish
What does "FLOR" mean in Spanish?
Flower
Where did Day of the Dead originate?
Mexico!
This alcoholic drink is popularly left on altars.
Tequila
Dia de Los Muertos is often confused with what holiday?
Halloween
What does "fotografía" mean in Spanish?
Photograph
What continent is Mexico on?
North OR South America?
North America
What flower is used for Dia de los Muertos?
Marigolds or Roses
MARIGOLDS
Dia de los Muertos is a Day of celebration OR sorrow?
Celebration.
What does "Comida" mean in Spanish?
A) food
B) Come here.
A) Food
What language do they speak in Mexico?
Spanish
This insect has become a symbol of life for dia de Los Muertos.
Butterfly/monarch butterfly.
What days are The Day of the Dead celebrated?
November 1st & 2nd
What does "bebida" mean in Spanish?
A) Baby
B) Drink
B) Drink
What country is to the NORTH of Mexico?
The United States
What are three different colors of flowers commonly found on an Ofrenda?
A) Red, White, & Blue
B) White, Yellow, & Pink
B) White, Yellow, & Pink
Is Dia De Los Muertos a celebration of life OR death?
Life.
It is primarily a celebration of life and memory of loved ones, where death is viewed NOT as a final, frightening end, but as a natural continuation of the human journey.
How do you say "skull" in Spanish?
A) Calavera
B) Skola
A) Calavera
What country is to the SOUTH of Mexico?
Cuba or Guatemala?
Guatemala
Where do people often go to honor their loved ones during this time?
Cemetery or Home?
Cemetery
These Mexican bands are often hired to play music during Dia de Los Muertos festivities. What are they called?
Mariachi Bands