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History of the Quinceañera as a Rite of Passage

1. In what ways are girls considered to be responsible young women after their "Quinceañera" celebration?

2.     What does the word Quinceañera mean?

3.     What does the Quinceañera celebration commemorate?

4.     What is the double standard that exists in many Mexican families?

5.     How did ones wealth affect the life of a girl during Aztec times?

6.     Why was the age of fifteen an important milestone in a young Aztec girls life?

7. What are some of the rites of passage that you have experienced in your life?