What two cultural rituals occur during a Quinceanera?

Changing of shoes and a presentation of a doll

What holiday is Carnival in Brazil held before?

Lent (which starts on Ash Wednesday)

What does Carnival in Brazil represent?

Brazil's rich cultural heritage and the joyous spirt of its people

What happens during a Quinceanera?

A religious ceremony and a festive party

Why do families create ofrendas on Dia de Los Muertos?

To invite deceased family to visit

What does Cinco De Mayo symbolize in the United States?

Pride in Mexican heritage and historical significance

Which of these is include in a Quinceanera?

A formal gown and a court of attendants

What does Dia de Los Muertos celebrate?

The lives of those who have passed

What does a Quinceanera represent?

A girl's maturity and readiness for adult responsibilities

What three things are done to celebrate Las Posadas?

Processions, songs, and festive gatherings

What can you purchase at the market at the Guelaguetza festival?

Traditional crafts, food, and textiles

What two things is Carnival in Brazil famous for?

Vibrant parades and Samba music

What is Dia de Los Muertos a blend of?

Indigenous traditions and Catholic influences

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1
The state of Tijuana is where the Guelaguetza festival is held
False
True
2
At Carnival in Brazil, Samba music is played
True
False
3
What two cultural rituals occur during a Quinceanera?
Changing of shoes and a dance showcase
The presentation of a doll and the changing of makeup
Changing of shoes and a presentation of a doll
The presentation of a doll and a writing of past mistakes
4
In addition to the new year, the festival of Inti Raymi symbolizes what?
The winter games
The summer solstice
The winter solstice
The winter holidays
5
During a Quinceanera, the Quince is presented with a doll?
True
False
6
What holiday is Carnival in Brazil held before?
Good Friday
Lent (which starts on Ash Wednesday)
Lent (which starts on Christmas)
Halloween
7
What does Carnival in Brazil represent?
Brazil's displeasure at the over population of it's country
Brazil's rich cultural heritage and the joyous spirt of its people
Brazil's love for its citzens and for the world
Brazil's diverse lands and the different cultures they celebrate
8
What happens during a Quinceanera?
A ceremony and a reenactment
A small festive party
A religious ceremony and a festive party
A gathering of friends of the Quince
9
Cinco De Mayo is celebrated on May 15th
False
True
10
What type of competitions are held at Carnival in Brazil?
Music competitions
Dance competitions
Food-tasting competitions
Parade float competitions
11
Why do families create ofrendas on Dia de Los Muertos?
To thank deceased family members for their life
To invite deceased family members to share information about the past
To keep deceased family members away
To invite deceased family to visit
12
What does Las Posadas symoblize?
The journey to Bethlehem
The marrying of Mary and Joseph
The journey from Bethlehem
The invention of the iPad
13
What month and day is the Guelaguetza festival held?
Last two Mondays of June
Last two Mondays of July
Last three Mondays of July
Last two Wednesdays of December
14
The battle where the Mexicans defeated the French was called The Battle of Puebla?
False
True
15
When does Inti Raymi take place and where?
June 25th in CUSCO
July 24th in CUSCO
April 5th in Canda
June 24th in CUSCO
16
Which holiday starts on Ash Wednesday?
Dia de Los Muertos
Halloween
Lent
Inti Raymi
17
What does Cinco De Mayo symbolize in the United States?
Pride in Mexican heritage and historical significance
Pride in being able to live in Mexico
Pride in Candian heritage and historical significance
Pride in historical significance and having a loving family
18
Which of these is include in a Quinceanera?
An ice cream party and the presentation of a phone
A performance and a formal tea party
A formal suit and reading of the Bible
A formal gown and a court of attendants
19
What does Dia de Los Muertos celebrate?
The lives of those who are still with us
The importance of death
The lives of those who have passed
The feeling of grief
20
Cinco de Mayo is more commonly celebrated in the United States than in Mexico?
True
False
21
What does a Quinceanera represent?
The troubles all people have endured in the past
A girl's readiness for childhood responsibilities
A girls readiness for certain clothes
A girl's maturity and readiness for adult responsibilities
22
Who did Mexico defeat at the Battle of Puebla and what year?
the Germans in 1960
the French in 1999
the Brazilians in 1862
the French in 1862
23
What three things are done to celebrate Las Posadas?
Processions, food comsumption, and gatherings
Processions, songs, and festive gatherings
Gatherings, procession, and art composure
Festive gatherings, art composure, and parties
24
When is Dia de Los Muertos celebrated?
November 1 and November 2
December 4 and December 5
November 1 and November 3
November 2 and November 3
25
What state is the Guelaguetza festival held in?
Oaxaca, Mexico
Hidalgo, Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico
Lancaster, California
26
Samba music is played at Carnival in Brazil
True
False
27
What can you purchase at the market at the Guelaguetza festival?
Costumes and equipment
Traditional crafts, food, and textiles
Modern crafts and modern food
Traditional games, scrolls, and trees
28
What two things is Carnival in Brazil famous for?
Sports showcasing and classical music
Vibrant food and Samba dancing
Samba music and conversation
Vibrant parades and Samba music
29
What is Dia de Los Muertos a blend of?
Catholic religious traditions and American influences
Indigenous culture and American culture
Spanish practices and Indigenous influences
Indigenous traditions and Catholic influences
30
Inti Raymi celebrates the new year of what kind of calendar?
The Gregorian Calendar
The Julian Calendar
The Haab Calendar
The Andean Calendar
31
When is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
May 5th
October 11th
May 15th
May 25th

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