•in what ways do people honor the dead on día de los muertos?
• how are spanish and indian beliefs evident in the contents of the altar?
how do the items placed on the altar reflect the values of the family? and their view of the role of the deceased in
their lives?
what effect do you think this rite might have on the individuals, families and communities that practice it? can you
see any good coming out of día de los muertos?
besides the 3,000 years of history behind the observance of día de los muertos, why do you think people might
want to continue the tradition?