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Helpful sites:
1) an overview of the quinceañera tradition including
import and objects and reasons why they are part
of the traditions… http://www.quinceaneraboutique.com/quinceaneratradition.htm
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2) The url explains it all: Disneyland.com/quince
3) A Non-latino's Guide To The Quinceanera:
http://www.isnare.com/?aid=192912&ca=Culture
4) simple, no frills explanation: http://www.wisegeek.com/what-is-aquinceanera.htm
5) thorough news report: http://www.nyfolklore.org/pubs/voic28-34/onair.html
6) historical perspective, academically heavy:
http://latino.sscnet.ucla.edu/research/folklore/quinceaneras/aqlitrep.htm
7) from a Latina perspective:
http://adelantesterling.tripod.com/quincena_meaning.htm
8) For you Wikipedia fans: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Quinceañera
9) A top 10 list: http://www.eventective.com/article/Top-Ten-Tips-forPlanning-a-Quinceanera-Celebration.html
10) Lots of information: http://www.life123.com/holidays/partythemes/quinceanara-traditions-parties/quinceanera-traditions-andparties.shtml
Briefly describe (in English) the significance of each of the following in the
quinceañera celebration:
1) The doll
Sometimes it is given away. Explain why and to whom.
2) The shoes
3) A piece of jewelry (be specific)
4) chambelanes
5) damas
6) dress (traditional colors)
7) madrinas/padrinos
8) dance
9) a religious symbol (be specific)
10. recuerdos (give examples)