Question

Choose one of the following holidays to investigate and write a brief description about it: Guadalupe Day, Cinco de Mayo, La Navidad, Las Posadas, Three Kings Day, the Day of the Dead. Please use formal writing and have a clear beginning, middle, and end.

Answer 1

The Day of the Dead is a holiday celebrated in Mexico on November 1st and 2nd, with families honoring deceased loved ones through altars, offerings, and graveyard visits, reflecting a festive reunion with spirits rather than mourning.

Step-by-step explanation:

The Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos)

The Day of the Dead is a Mexican holiday that has gained international recognition for its vibrant celebration of the lives of deceased relatives and friends. Occurring on November 1st and 2nd, it coincides with the Catholic observances of All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day. Contrary to its somber-sounding name, the Day of the Dead is a time of joyful remembrance rather than mourning. Families create ofrendas (altars) to honor the dead, decorating them with photos, mementos, marigold flowers, and candles. An essential aspect of the celebration is preparing the favorite foods of the departed to place on the ofrenda, as it is believed that the spirits return to enjoy the offerings.

Answer 2

Cinco de Mayo, (Spanish: “Fifth of May”) also called Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla. In honor of a military victory in 1862 over the French forces of Napoleon III. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo isn't a federal holiday, which means businesses, including banks and stores, are open. In fact, outside the town of Puebla, the day isn't widely celebrated in the country, making this more of an American holiday anyway.