The Culture of Mexico

Creator: Rachel Brock

• Content area: Social Studies

• Grade level: 3rd Grade

• Summary: The purpose of this powerpoint is to introduce

the students to Mexican facts and different aspects of

Mexican culture.

• Objective: Given websites and video clips about Mexican

culture, TSW recall knowledge through quiz questions with

100% accuracy.

• Standard: 3.14 Interpret different texts and primary

sources to describe the major components of culture

including language, clothing, food, art, beliefs, customs,

and music. (C, H)

Facts about Mexico:• Click here to learn facts about the country of Mexico.

• Mexico was conquered and colonized by Spain in the early 16th century; then, Mexico won its independence in the early 19th century, a historic event still celebrated by Mexicans every September 16th.

• As of 2014, Mexico has a population of 120 million people, which makes the country ranked the 11th most populated country in the world.

• Mexico is the largest Spanish speaking country in the world; however, Spanish is not the only language spoken in Mexico. There are over 68 other indigenous (native) languages still spoken in Mexico, but only 1% of the population speaks these languages.

Culture:• Mexican Food

o Watch this video to find out the main foods that are cooked in Mexico: Mexican Food

• Mexican Languageo Listen and repeat these basic Spanish phrases: Spanish

• Mexican Customso Read the articles titled “Festivals and Celebrations” and “Mexican Etiquette”:

Customs of Mexico

• Mexican Musico Mexico was the birth place of the musical style called “mariachi.” The most typical

instruments that play in a mariachi band are: violins, guitars, trumpets, guitarron, vihuela, and a harp.

o Listen to the sounds of Mexico’s mariachi band: Mexican Mariachi

In the 16th century, Mexico was conquered by which country?

• Spain • Japan• Canada• Russia

Correct!Keep it up!

There are many festivals in Mexico. However, which one is considered one of the most important and celebrates their

victory over France?

• Mazatlan Carnival• Independence Day• Cinco de Mayo• Day of the Dead

Correct!Excellent work!

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Mexican food?

• taco• quesadilla• enchilada• lasagna

Correct!You got it!

In this activity, you have learned…

• Mexico is located in North America.

• Mexico’s main language is Spanish.

• Mexico is the 11th most populated country in the world.

• The land of Mexico is diverse with beaches, mountains, deserts, volcanoes, and forests.

• In the 16th century, Mexico was conquered by Spain.

• Mexico gained its independence in the 19th century.

And also,

• Mexican food is usually spicy and some typical Mexican dishes are: tacos, burritos, enchiladas, fajitas, and beans.

• Fiestas (or festivals) are an important part of Mexican culture. The main fiestas of Mexico are: Independence Day, Cinco de Mayo, and the Day of the Dead.

• Mexican people are polite and do not like to speak in a way that could be considered rude to others. Also, business transactions take longer in Mexico because they do not like to rush.

• The most famous type of Mexican music is mariachi, which consists of trumpets, guitars, violins, vihuelas, guitarrons, and a harp.

Incorrect…

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