Carnival and Semana Santa: Allegory and Celebration

Center for Latin American Studies at the University of Arizona

Students will learn about both celebrations from a cultural perspective. The ultimate objective is for students to place these events in their historical and social context and examine their own traditions from a similar perspective through compare and contrast activities. They will examine the concept of allegory through a closer look at both events. The first 3 handouts are included and slides can be recreated as the CD Rom is not available.

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