Dia de Muertos and Jazz Funerals
Authored by Isaac Gandara
English
4th Grade
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main idea of the text?
Dia de Muertos is a holiday celebrated only in Mexico.
Dia de Muertos originated from ancient indigenous traditions and is now celebrated with vibrant customs.
Dia de Muertos celebrations involve scary costumes and haunted houses.
Dia de Muertos is a sad occasion where people mourn their deceased loved ones.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Based on the text, why do families scatter marigold petals during Dia de Muertos celebrations?
To honor the goddess Mictecacihuatl.
To guide the souls of the departed to their homes.
To create a colorful display for the altars.
To keep evil spirits away from the celebrations.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of a jazz funeral, as described in the text?
To mourn the deceased in silence.
To celebrate the life of the departed with music and dance.
To honor the deceased with elaborate floral arrangements.
To conduct religious ceremonies for the deceased.
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CCSS.RI.3.2
CCSS.RI.4.2
CCSS.RL.3.2
CCSS.RL.4.2
CCSS.RL.5.2
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the music played during a jazz funeral transition from mournful dirges to upbeat jazz tunes?
To signify the end of the funeral procession.
To uplift the spirits of the mourners and celebrate the release of the soul.
To entertain the bystanders watching the procession.
To express the sadness of the mourners through music.
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CCSS.RI.3.7
CCSS.RI.4.7
CCSS.RI.5.7
CCSS.RL.3.7
CCSS.RL.4.7
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How are Dia de Muertos celebrations and jazz funerals similar?
Both involve music and dance to honor the deceased.
Both are observed on specific days of the year.
Both originated from traditional European customs.
Both are community events.
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CCSS.RL.2.1
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a key difference between Dia de Muertos celebrations and jazz funerals?
Dia de Muertos focuses on altars, while jazz funerals emphasize music and dance.
Dia de Muertos is a private family affair, whereas jazz funerals are public events.
Dia de Muertos takes place in homes, while jazz funerals occur in cemeteries.
Dia de Muertos is a silent event, while jazz funerals involve lively processions.
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CCSS.RL.2.1
CCSS.RL.4.3
CCSS.RL.5.3
CCSS.RL.6.3
CCSS.RL.7.3
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