The Significance of Dia de los Muertos

What is the main purpose of Dia de los Muertos?

• To celebrate the lives of those who have passed away

• To mourn the deceased

• To celebrate the harvest season

• To honor the living

On which dates is Dia de los Muertos celebrated?

• October 31st and November 1st

• November 1st and 2nd

• November 2nd and 3rd

• October 30th and 31st

What are ofrendas in the context of Dia de los Muertos?

• Traditional altars to welcome the spirits of the deceased

• A type of food prepared during the holiday

• A dance performed during the celebrations

• A type of flower used for decoration

What do sugar skulls represent in Dia de los Muertos?

• The sweetness of life and remembering loved ones with joy

• The sadness of death

• The wealth of the deceased

• The power of ancestors

Which flower is commonly used to decorate altars and graves during Dia de los Muertos?

• Marigold flowers (cempasuchil)

• Roses

• Lilies

• Tulips