1.4.2 Comparing cultural practices

• Bullfighting is popular in all Spanish-speaking countries.

  False
• Where did flamenco originate?

  Andalusia, Spain
• Match the cultural practice with its description:

  Siesta ↔️ Afternoon nap or rest period

  Bullfighting ↔️ Traditional spectator sport in Spain

  Día de los Muertos ↔️ Festival to honor deceased loved ones in Mexico

  Flamenco ↔️ Spanish music and dance form
• What is the purpose of the Día de los Muertos?

  To honor deceased loved ones
• Flamenco is widely practiced in all Latin American countries.

  False
• Which country is the Día de los Muertos festival uniquely associated with?

  Mexico
• Analyzing cultural comparisons provides insights into the diverse identities and lifestyles of Spanish-speaking communities
• The Día de los Muertos festival honors and remembers the dead
• The siesta is a cultural practice that promotes rest and rejuvenation.


  True
• The Día de los Muertos festival focuses on honoring and remembering deceased loved
• Which cultural practice values the spectacle of danger and showcasing physical prowess?

  Bullfighting
• The flamenco reflects cultural appreciation for artistic expression, passion, and cultural heritage
• The siesta is a common cultural practice that involves an afternoon nap or period of rest
• In which country is Día de los Muertos primarily celebrated?

  Mexico
• Analyzing the similarities and differences between cultural practices provides insights into the diverse cultural identities
• Match the cultural practice with its associated value or belief:

  Bullfighting ↔️ Bravery and masculinity

  Día de los Muertos ↔️ Honoring the dead

  Flamenco ↔️ Artistic expression

  Siesta ↔️ Work-life balance
• What cultural values does flamenco music and dance reflect in Spain?

  Artistic expression, passion, cultural heritage
• The siesta practice emphasizes work-life balance and relaxation.

  True
• What cultural values does bullfighting reflect in Spain?

  Bravery, masculinity, spectacle of danger
• The Día de los Muertos festival in Mexico emphasizes honoring the dead
• Flamenco in Spain is seen as a means of preserving and celebrating cultural traditions.


  True
• In which country is bullfighting considered a national tradition with major festivals?

  Spain
• The Día de los Muertos is widely celebrated in Mexico
• What is the siesta in Spanish-speaking cultures?

  Afternoon nap or rest period
• The Día de los Muertos is celebrated in Mexico
• Cultural practices in Spanish-speaking countries vary due to their diverse histories and lifestyles.

  True
• The siesta is common in Spain and Latin America
• Steps to compare cultural practices in Spanish-speaking countries:

  1️⃣ Identify cultural practices

  2️⃣ Gather information on different cultures

  3️⃣ Compare similar and different practices

  4️⃣ Analyze the underlying values and beliefs
• Bullfighting is especially ingrained in Spanish culture
• The flamenco originated in Latin America.

  False
• What cultural value does the siesta practice reflect?

  Work-life balance
• What cultural belief does the flamenco reflect in Spain?

  Artistic expression
• Which cultural practice is associated with bravery, masculinity, and danger?

  Bullfighting
• What region did the flamenco originate in?

  Andalusia
• The siesta is a common cultural practice in Latin America and Spain.


  True
• What is the origin of flamenco music and dance?

  Andalusia
• Match the cultural practice with its description:

  Bullfighting ↔️ Traditional spectator sport

  Día de los Muertos ↔️ Festival to honor the dead

  Siesta ↔️ Common afternoon rest

  Flamenco ↔️ Music and dance form
• The Great Wall of China is visible from the Moon with the naked eye.

  False
• Cultural practices in Spanish-speaking countries reflect underlying values
• The siesta practice in Spanish-speaking regions is valued for maintaining a healthy lifestyle and work-life harmony.


  True