Mexico
Was Mexico always peaceful and united?
No! There used to be a lot of corrupt dictators and the ancient groups of people used to always be fighting over territory
When is Cinco De Mayo celebrated?
May 5th
What are some of the fun ways that people celebrate Dia De Las Muertos?
They have skulls made out of sugar that they decorate with icing and they paint their faces like skulls
What kind of water are the cenotes made up of?
(Salt Water, Fresh Water, Acidic Water, Runoff Water, Magical Water, Unicorn Water, Elf Water)
Fresh Water
What are the colors of the flag of Mexico and what is in the center of it?
Green, White, and Red. In the middle of it is an eagle with a serpent in its mouth and is resting on a cactus.
What are the 3 most well-known groups of people that lived in ancient Mexico
The Mayan, The Inca, and The Aztecs
What are some ways that people celebrate Cinco De Mayo?
People celebrate with food, music dancing, costumes, parades, and mariachi music
What is one creepy and weird tradition that people thankfully no longer do for Dia De Los Muertos?
Hint: Now these are made out of sugar and are fun to decorate
Before the 1600s people used to use real skulls in their alters
What are some of the activities that people can do while visiting the cenotes?
Swim, kayak, snorkel, zipline, cliff jumping, and repel down them using ropes
What does the word Iberia mean?
Iberia is another name for Spain
What is the name of the type of people that came over from Spain and invaded Mexico and killed many of the people that live in Mexico?
The Conquistadors
Very Difficult Question: What is the official dish of Cinco De Mayo?
Hint: It is not tacos, it is not quesadillas, it is not the burrito (It does start with a M)
Molé Poblano
What are some of the more traditional things that people do in order to celebrate Dia De Las Muertos?
They create an alter with candles, flowers, water, photos, possessions and bread to honor the dead
Are all cenotes above ground and open?
No! Many of them exist underground and are similar to a cave
Try to pronounce the village that Juan is from
Good Luck!!!!!!!! :)
Ixcamilpa de Guerrero
What country tried to put their own ruler in Mexico's government after they defeated the Mexican army?
Hint: Napoleon out Archduke Something Whatsit
France
Does Cinco De Mayo celebrate Mexico's Independence?
No! You will have to venture over to the 500 question to find out what it does celebrate :)
Why do people celebrate Dia De Las Muertos? (What are the people celebrating?)
The celebration is to honor those who have passed away and celebrate the lives that they lived
Do you have to know how to swim in order to visit the first set of cenotes that we saw in the video?
Nope, you do not need to know how to swim! They give you a life jacket
What is the name of the plant that they use to make tequila out of?
The Agave Plant
Which 3 countries almost invaded Mexico in because Mexico could not afford to pay back all of the money that they borrowed from them?
England, Spain, and France
What does Cinco De Mayo celebrate?
Hint: One country was outnumbered during a battle against another country
The Mexican militia led by General Ignacio Zaragoza defeated the French army at the Battle of Puebla even though they were outnumbered. Pride and Unity are celebrated as well
What two days is Dia De Las Muertos celebrated on?
November 1st and November 2nd
Around how many pesos does it take to visit the cenotes?
A) 10,000-15,000 pesos/each
B) 5-50 pesos/each
C) 100-200 pesos/each
D) They're Free!!!!!!
C) 100-200 pesos/each for each Cenote
What is the name of the healer in Mexico who uses the egg to treat those who are not feeling well?
The Curandera