Semana Santa

What Holiday does Semana Santa celebrate?

• Christmas
• Day of the Dead
• Easter
• Carnaval

How long is Easter celebrated in Mexico?

• 2 weeks
• 1 week
• 3 days
• 1 month

What is Semana Santa also known as?

• Easter
• Holy Week
• The week of Santa
• The Holy Inquisition

Which religion celebrates Semana Santa?

• Roman Catholicism
• Christianity
• Judaism
• Protestantism

When does Semana Santa begin?

• Easter Sunday
• Palm Sunday
• April 13
• Christmas

What is the name of the week after Semana Santa?

• Semana Easter
• Penitente
• Carnaval
• Pascua

Which city is internationally known for it's elaborate ceremonies during Semana Santa?

• Fortaleza
• Santiago
• Mexico City
• Taxco

How many major processions are performed in Taxco during Holy Week?

• 6 at night, 4 during the day
• 4 during the day, 6 at night
• 2 during at night, 4 during the day
• 3 during the day, 3 at night

What are "cascarones"? 

• Painted eggs full of confetti or other treats
• Scrambled eggs
• A special type of chocolate
• Real eggs that you throw at others

What are "costaleros"? 

• A type of flower
• A special dish made during Semana Santa
• The men who carry the floats
• Slang for eggs in Spanish