Di de Los Muertos

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  1. 5. the celebration
  2. 8. Who returns to earth on the day of the dead?
  3. 10. An alter set up in homes during the day of the dead.
  4. 11. sand sculptures
  5. 15. decorative cut paper used in Mexican celebrations
  6. 17. little skull usually placed on the alter
  7. 19. a female skeleton that has become a prominent figure in day of the dead.
  8. 20. Bread of the dead
  9. 21. burning ______ is beloved to invite spirits home.
  10. 23. Where do people visit on the day of the dead?
  11. 24. skeleton
  12. 25. the tradition
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  1. 1. Decorative skull
  2. 2. to light the way for spirits
  3. 3. Flower native to Mexico used on the day of the dead.
  4. 4. life
  5. 6. a goddess who died at birth known as lady of the dead.
  6. 7. The day of the dead is celebrated on
  7. 9. Mexican hat
  8. 12. a male counterpart made for La Catrina
  9. 13. Dance of the deer
  10. 14. What do citizens learn not to fear?
  11. 16. "little angles" The kids who died
  12. 18. A time of celebration and remembrance of loved ones who have passed away.
  13. 22. carnival celebration where people dress up in costumes.