Halloween and Day of the Dead Quiz

What is the origin of Halloween?

• A Celtic celebration named Samhain

• A Mexican holiday called Day of the Dead

• A Spanish tradition

• A Catholic holiday

When is Halloween celebrated?

• November 1st and 2nd

• October 31st

• December 25th

• January 1st

What is the Day of the Dead?

• A Mexican holiday

• A Celtic celebration

• A Spanish tradition

• A Catholic holiday

When is the Day of the Dead celebrated?

• November 1st and 2nd

• October 31st

• December 25th

• January 1st

What do people do during the Day of the Dead?

• Pray for and remember the deceased

• Dress up in costumes and have parades

• Play games and eat lots of food

• Go trick-or-treating

What do people decorate the graves with during the Day of the Dead?

• Skulls, flowers, and food

• Candles, toys, and balloons

• Flags, banners, and streamers

• Books, pens, and paper

What is an ofrenda?

• An altar in the home to remember loved ones

• A traditional Mexican dance

• A special type of food

• A song sung during the Day of the Dead

What are calacas?

• Handmade skeleton figurines

• Traditional Mexican costumes

• Special prayers

• Traditional Mexican songs

What do some people believe about Day of the Dead items?

• They can bring good luck

• They can bring bad luck

• They have no special meaning

• They are just for decoration

What is the traditional food prepared during the Day of the Dead?

• Pan de muerto

• Tacos

• Enchiladas

• Churros