The document summarizes key aspects of Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, which is celebrated in Mexico, Central America, and parts of the US from November 1-2. It discusses the bread Pan de Muerto which represents souls of the dead; ofrendas or offerings left on altars for deceased loved ones, which typically include photos, favorite foods and flowers; and calacas, or skeleton figures used for decoration. Seven common items found on ofrendas are also listed.

1. Silvana Fridley
Oct 31, 2011
El Dia de Los Muertos
Where is the Day of the Dead celebrated?
The Day of the Dead is celebrated in Mexico, Central America, and certain parts of the United States.
When is it celebrated?
The celebration begins on November 1 and ends on November 2.
What is pan de muerto?
Pan de muerto is the Mexican bread of the dead. It is eaten by the dead’s loved ones on their altar along
with the deceased’s favorite foods.The ‘bones’ (strips of dough wrapped around the bread) represent
the dead and the tear drop baked into the top represents sorrow.
What is an ofrenda?
An ofrenda is an offering set out for the returning souls to enjoy. These altars usually consist of the dead
favorite foods, flowers, music, some of their favorite items, and pictures of him or her.
What are calacas?
A calaca is a traditional Spanish-Mexican name for a skeleton. The calacas are made and used as
decorations for the Day of the Dead. The literal Mexican definition is the Grim Reaper, or a skeleton
figure representing death.
Name the seven things that typically can be found on an altar on “Día de los muertos”?
Photos of the deceased
The deceased’s favorite foods
Pan de Muerto
The deceased’s favorite music
Flowers, typically the cempazuchitl, the Mexican Marigold
Small statues of saints
Incense and candles

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