Dia de los Muertos

Open Ended

What do you already know about the day of the dead?

Fill in the Blank

The bright orange flower commonly used to guide spirits during Día de los Muertos is called ___.

Open Ended

Describe the significance of ofrendas in the celebration of Día de los Muertos. What items are typically included and why?

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Why do you think the Day of the Dead is an important tradition in Mexican culture?

Open Ended

How does the art of José Guadalupe Posada, especially his skeleton illustrations, reflect the themes of Día de los Muertos?

Multiple Choice

What are some key visual elements commonly found in Day of the Dead art?

• Sugar skulls, marigolds, papel picado, altars, skeletons

• Pumpkins, ghosts, black cats, witches

• Fireworks, lanterns, dragons, red envelopes

• Christmas trees, stockings, candy canes, snowmen

Open Ended

What elements and principles of art do you see in sugar skull artwork?

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of Día de los Muertos?

• To remember and celebrate the lives of family and friends who have passed away

• To mourn the dead in sadness

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To honor only Catholic saints

Multiple Choice

Which of the following elements are commonly found in sugar skull patterns?

• Flowers, hearts, crosses, swirls, geometric shapes, and bold colors

• Stars, moons, and planets

• Animals and insects

• Mountains and rivers

Open Ended

Describe how sugar skulls represent both life and death together. Use examples from the symbolic motifs discussed.

Open Ended

How has learning about Día de los Muertos and its art changed or deepened your understanding of Mexican culture?