Carnaval
How is Carnaval celebrated? Name some of the traditions
Parades, Wearing costumes, dancing, feasting, etc.
What date is this holiday celebrated on?
May 5 (Cinco de mayo)
Name 2 pets that families have in Spanish
El Gato, El Perro
Bright colors: Rojo, Azul, Amarillo, Rosado
What happens to your voice when you ask a question in Spanish?
It goes up
Easter Sunday
What country Celebrates this holiday the most?
The United States (Estados Unidos)
Amigo=Friend who is a boy, Novio=Boyfriend (serious relationship)
Explain the difference between un "mercado" y "supermercado"
Mercado=flea market Supermercado=supermarket
What is the difference between "tú" & "Ud."?
Tú = You friendly, Ud. = You polite
The words "Carne" & "Vale" make up its name. Give the meaning of one of these words.
Carne = Meat Vale = To be worth / Farewell
Who was Mexico fighting against in the Battle this holiday commemorates?
France (Francía)
Hispanics have 2 last names. What is the 2nd last name?
Their mother's maiden name
Explain the difference between una "escuela" y un "colegio"
Escuela = Grade school Colegio = High school
Explain the difference between "Ser" & "Estar"
Ser = to be with D.O.C.T.O.R. Estar = to be with H.E.L.P.
Mardi Gras is another name for Carnaval & is held in what American city?
When is Mexico's independence day? (It is NOT cinco de mayo)
In September (16 de Sept.)
¿Quién es el padre de TU padre?
Tu abuelo (grandfather)
Explain the difference between un "parque" y una "plaza"
Parque = Park Plaza = Town square
What # above 100 is not named by its number (Ex. DOS cientos)
500 (Quinientos) 700 (Setecientos) 900 (Novecientos)
What country hosts the largest Carnaval celebrations?
Brazil (Rio de Jainero)
What town celebrates this holiday the most (since the Battle took place there)
Puebla, México
¿Quién es el hijo de TU hijo?
Tu nieto (grandson)
What is the Spanish word for "window" & explain how windows are different in L.America.
"Ventana" / In L.America they have bars or shutters on them
Give 2 rules to remember about Spanish adjectives
They agree in number & gender & come after the noun