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O-LA! Mexico!

Where is Mexico?

Flag of Mexico

The meaning of colors Green—hope and victory White—purity Red—blood of national heroes

Aztec and Mexico Aztecs are the ancestors of Mexicans.

They have their society, farming…but they are ruled by Europeans

The Story of Mexico flag Aztecs was told by the god of war, when they see the sign an eagle standing on a cactus with rattle snakes in its claw, it’s the place they can build their country.

Key words rattle snake eagle cactus

Clothing of Mexico

Traditional clothing of men Big straw hat called “sombrero” Special big cape called “serape”

Traditional clothing of women A big, long and beautiful skirt called “huipil” 12

The colors they use They usually use green, yellow, dark-red and brown

Food in Mexico Materials : 1.corn 2. beans 3. peppers 4. tomatoes 5. sweet potatoes 6. squash 7. herbs

Typical Mexican Food Burritos Tacos Quesadillas

Special Holidays in Mexico The longstanding holiday of Mexico Celebrated on November 1st and 2nd To remember family members who has passed away

Theme of The Day of Dead All you can see is…… skeleton

Video of the day of dead

Do you know that….. Fun Facts of Mexico Mexico City is the oldest capital city in the Americas?

Do you know that….. Mexico City was built on a lake?

The Aztecs and chocolate Do you know that….. Mexico introduced chocolate to the world? All kinds of delicious chocolate The Aztecs and chocolate

Do you know that….. The name tomato comes from Aztec language.

Do you know that….. Mexico has the smallest volcano in the world? It’s only 43 feet tall! (equals to 13 meters)