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Where is the “Danza de los Viejitos” performed?
Michoacán, México Regresar
Who traditionally does this dance?
Young boys Regresar
Name two instruments that are used for the music of this dance.
Violin and bass violin Regresar
Demonstrate part of the dance that you learned.
Performance- based Regresar
Describe 3 elements of the traditional costume.
1. Los huaraches-special shoes for making clacking noise 2. La máscara-to cover the face and give the appearance of an old man 3. The cane-also to give the appearance of an old man 4. The hat with ribbons 5. Poncho of many colors Regresar
Who is Mexico’s most famous male artist?
Diego Rivera Regresar
Who was Rivera’s wife?
Frida Kahlo Regresar
Describe the accident that left her paralyzed.
She was involved in a bus wreck that almost killed her and left her barren. Regresar
How is Rivera connected to the Palacio Nacional in Mexico City?
He painted the murals of the history of Mexico on the walls of the palace. Regresar
Give two examples of Rivera’s work.
Multiple answers are acceptable. Regresar
When is el Día De los Muertos celebrated?
The night between Nov. 1 st and 2 nd. Regresar
What is an “ofrenda?”
The altar that is made around the tombstone of the person that died. Regresar
What are “calaveras?”
Literally, they are skulls. During el Día de los Muertos, the term refers to the sugar skulls that are made in the panaderías. Regresar
Describe the difference in el Día de los Muertos and Halloween?
El Día de los Muertos is a celebration of the person’s life that has died. It is a happy time that does not involve costumes or trick or treating. People make “ofrendas” in the cemetaries. Regresar
Name 5 different elements in this celebration.
Variety of example are correct. Regresar
What does “papel picado” mean?
“cut paper” Regresar
When does one typically see examples of papel picado in streets, stores, and homes of Mexico?
During the Day of the Dead celebration. Regresar
What specific materials does one need to make an example of “papel picado?”
Tissue paper and scissors. Regresar
In what other occasions might you find “papel picado?”
Birthdays, Quinceñeras, Weddings Regresar
Demonstrate how to make a “papel picado.”
Performance- based Regresar
¿Cuál es la capital de Michoacán?
Es Morelia. Regresar
¿Cómo se llama el equipo profesional de fútbol de Morelia?
Las Monarcas Regresar
For whom is Morelia named?
José Morelos Regresar
¿Dónde está Michoacán en México?
Está en México Central. Regresar
Describe el paisaje.
Hay muchas montañas, varios lagos, y lluvia solamente en el verano. Regresar
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