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Day of the Dead Quest Sheet

• Octavio Paz writes the Mexican has no problems with death that he "... chases after it, mocks it, courts it, hugs it, sleeps with it, it is his favorite plaything and his most lasting love."
  In your opinion, how is this idea similar to or different from our "United States" view on death?

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• When is All Saints Day and All Souls Day celebrated?

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• Even though each region in Mexico celebrates Day of the Dead differently, what are things that they do have in common.

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• November 1 is reserved to remember _____________________.
• November 2 is reserved to remember _______________________.
• From mid-October to the first week in November, what are some of the items markets and shops stock up on?

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• List 5 edible goodies enjoyed on Day of the Dead.

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• What are some things that are used to create an altar?

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• What occurs on November 2?

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• How do Aztecs view death?

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• In Mixquic, what takes place to celebrate Day of the Dead?

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