Día de los Muertos Quiz

What is the origin of Día de los Muertos?

• Spain

• Brazil

• China

• Mexico

Why are ofrendas significant during Día de los Muertos?

• Ofrendas are used to celebrate the living.

• Ofrendas are a way to ask for forgiveness from the deceased.

• Ofrendas are created to honor and remember deceased loved ones.

• Ofrendas are meant to ward off evil spirits.

What is the meaning of Catrina in Día de los Muertos?

• A female skeleton figure representing the elegant and humorous way Mexicans face death.

• A popular Mexican dish served during Día de los Muertos.

• A traditional Mexican dance performed during Día de los Muertos.

• A type of flower commonly used in Día de los Muertos celebrations.

What are some of the celebrations and rituals during Día de los Muertos?

• Lighting candles and saying prayers for the deceased

• Playing music and dancing in the streets

• Exchanging gifts and presents with family members

• Building altars, decorating graves, creating sugar skulls, making offerings of food and drinks, participating in parades and processions

What is the symbolism behind Día de los Muertos decorations?

During which time of the year is Día de los Muertos celebrated?

• October 31st to November 2nd

• July 4th to July 7th

• December 25th to December 31st

• February 14th to February 17th

Which country is associated with Día de los Muertos?

• Mexico

• Spain

• Brazil

• Japan

What is the purpose of creating ofrendas during Día de los Muertos?

• To celebrate the arrival of spring.

• To honor and remember deceased loved ones.

• To ward off evil spirits.

• To ask for forgiveness for past wrongdoings.

Who is considered the iconic figure of Día de los Muertos?

• El Santo

• La Calavera Catrina

• Frida Kahlo

• El Chapo

What are some traditional foods associated with Día de los Muertos?

• pan de muerto, calaveras de azúcar, tamales, mole

• enchiladas, tacos, quesadillas

• sushi, ramen, tempura

• pizza, pasta, lasagna