Traditions/ Celebrations
This holiday honors deceased family members with altars and decorations. It is celebrated from November 1st to November 2nd.
Día de los Muertos.
How many languages are official national languages in Mexico?
Mexico officially recognizes 69 languages as national languages
This is a very popular and common food in Mexico. It is a tortilla filled with meat, cheese, or beans.
A Taco.
What language is mainly spoken in Mexico?
Spanish. Español.
True or Flase. Mexico City is sinking.
True. Mexico City is constantly sinking, with some estimating that this drop is as much as 12 cm per year!
What is the famous Mexican hat that is often worn in traditional celbrations?
The Sombrero hat.
What language(s) are most spoken in Mexico?
Spanish (Mexican Spanish): The primary language of government, media, and commerce. The most widely spoken indigenous languages are Nahuatl and Maya
True or False: Tortillas can be bought canned.
True. In Mexico, you can purchase canned tortillas.
What is the capital city of Mexico and the colors of the Mexican flag?
The capital is Mexico City. The colors of the flag are green, white, and red.
What is the national bird in Mexico?
The Golden Eagle is the national bird.
Fun Fact (BONUS POINTS)
Family First: Mexican society is deeply rooted in extended family connections, often involving grandparents, aunts, and uncles in daily life. Large family gatherings, weddings, and parties are common, where all ages celebrate together.
FUN FACT (BONUS POINTS)
1. Spanish is among the fastest languages in the world based on the number of syllables spoken per second. 2. Spanish uses inverted question and exclamation marks (¿ / ¡) at the start of sentences to help readers understand the intonation from the beginning.
This Mexican food is a traditional dish made from corn dough and filled with meat, cheese, vegetables, or fruit, and wrapped in a corn husk.
Tamales!
Fun Fact (BONUS POINTS)
Mexico is a geographically diverse country in North America characterized by high mountains, deep canyons, tropical jungles, and arid deserts. The massive Mexican Plateau is part of the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Mexico has the most amount of Spanish speakers in the world. How many Spanish speakers do you think: 827,542 Thousand, 27 Million, 113 Million, or 48,739 Million?
113 Million-native speakers of the language, Mexico has the most Spanish speakers out of any country in the world.
This celebration lasts 26 days and is celebrated between the months of December, January, and February.
Navidad (a vibrant, faith-centered season lasting from December 12 to January 6 (or Feb 2), characterized by strong family bonds, late-night Nochebuena (Christmas Eve) celebrations)
When was the first Spanish Grammar Book published?
The first Spanish grammar book was published in 1492 by Elio Antonio de Nebrija.
Which two groups created Chocolate Origin? HINT: (A___cs and Ma__n_)
Chocolate Origin: The Aztecs and Mayans created a thick, bitter cacao drink long before it became a sweet, creamy treat in Europe.
What desert covers much of Northern Mexico?
The Sonoran Desert.
In Mexico, they drink more Coca-Cola than anyone else. How many liters do you think the country drinker per day: 2.7 liters, 1.4 liters, 3.6 liters, or 2.2 liters?
Their consumption of the world-famous drink is off the charts, with some regions of the country chugging down 2.2 litres per day of the sugary treat.
Held from December 16-24, these celebrate the Christmas season by reenacting Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter with music, candles, and breaking piñatas.
Las Posadas, translating to "The Inns" or "The Shelters" in English, is a nine-day Latin American and Mexican Christmas tradition.
Example: m becomes n, which is further devoiced
[Fill in the blanks] Ancient Roots: Maize (___) has been the foundation of the Mexican ____ for _______ of years, with early civilizations like the Olmec and Maya developing the crucial nixtamalization process to make it nutritious.
Ancient Roots: Maize (corn) has been the foundation of the Mexican diet for thousands of years, with early civilizations like the Olmec and Maya developing the crucial nixtamalization process to make it nutritious.
What ancient civilization built pyramids like those at Chichén Itzá?
The Maya. (2000 B.C.–1600 A.D.)
What is something really cool about Las Coloradas witch is located in the Yucatan Peninsula? Hint:(LAKE)
Las Coloradas is located in the Yucatan Peninsula, and the region is home to some truly special scenery. The waters here are cotton candy pink, and often there’s a soft blue sky to match the aesthetic.