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Study Guide Answers
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1.
Who led the Spanish conquest of the Aztecs in the 16th Century?
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Hernán Cortes |
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Along with the Spanish conquest came the introduction of __________________________ to the people of Mexico.
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Christianity |
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3.
What are posadas and how did they originate?
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processions that re-enact Joseph's and Mary's journey into Bethlehem; originated as a teaching method for Spanish priests as they taught Indians about the Bible. |
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4.
Christmas in Mexico is called ________ ______________________ , meaning "the nativity."
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La Navidad |
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5.
To what do the misterios refer?
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the central part of the nativity scene, which includes the holy family. |
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6.
Although many customs and traditions are shared throughout the country, each region of Mexico celebrates Christmas in a unique way. True or false?
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true |
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7.
Briefly describe what one might find in some of the Mexican markets during the Christmas season.
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discussion |
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8.
The scarlet poinsettia is a native plant of the western United States and was only recently adopted by Mexico. True or false?
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false |
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A true piñata is crafted by using a large clay pot. True or false?
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true |
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10.
What do the piñata and the person attempting to break it open represent?
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The piñata represents Satan, while the person trying to break it represents blind faith. |
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11.
In the last weeks of December, traditional plays called _______________________ are performed throughout Mexico.
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pastorelas |
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12.
What is the common theme of pastorelas?
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good v. evil |
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13.
The predominant religion of Mexico is the [Methodist/ Jewish/ Roman Catholic/ Episcopalian] religion.
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Roman Catholic |
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14.
As times have changed, Christmas Eve mass has come to have less and less significance in the lives of the Mexican people. True or false?
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false |
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15.
What is the importance of January 6th?
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It is Epiphany, the traditional date of the Three Kings' arrival in Bethlehem. |
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16.
Many families wait to open their Christmas gifts until Epiphany. True or false?
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true |
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17.
What do Mexicans eat for good luck on New Year's Eve?
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twelve grapes |
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18.
Compare and contrast the Christmas traditions of the United States with those of Mexico.
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discussion |
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