Mexico City: Cultural and Historical Overview
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Where was the Aztec capital, Tenochtitlan, located?

  • On the coast of the Pacific Ocean
  • In the mountains of the Sierra Madre
  • On an island in the middle of Lake Texcoco (correct)
  • In the heart of Mexico City

Which museum in Mexico City is dedicated to the art and life of Frida Kahlo?

  • National Museum of Anthropology
  • Palace of Fine Arts
  • Frida Kahlo Museum (correct)
  • Soumaya Museum

What is a significant cultural event celebrated in Mexico City in late October to early November?

  • Independence Day
  • Revolution Day
  • Cinco de Mayo
  • Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) (correct)

Which architectural style can be seen in structures like Zócalo and the Soumaya Museum?

<p>Baroque (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of cuisine is Mexico City known for?

<p>Mexican cuisine (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which body of water was Lake Tenochtitlan located on?

<p>Lake Texcoco (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What was the name of the Aztec capital located on an island in the middle of Lake Texcoco?

<p>Tenochtitlan (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which museum in Mexico City showcases a mix of indigenous, colonial, and contemporary influences through its architecture?

<p>Palace of Fine Arts (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What significant cultural event is celebrated in Mexico City from late October to early November?

<p>Día de los Muertos (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which famous artist's life and work is showcased in the Frida Kahlo Museum in Mexico City?

<p>Frida Kahlo (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In what period was Tenochtitlan, the Aztec capital, established on an island in Lake Texcoco?

<p>Pre-Columbian Period (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of dishes can be found in Mexico City's street food markets, traditional cantinas, and upscale restaurants?

<p>Tacos and Tamales (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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