Legal Trailblazers
Who was the first Latina appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court?
Sonia Sotomayor
What is the highest court in the United States?
The Supreme Court
During which two months is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?
September and October
Who was the Mexican American labor leader who co-founded the United Farm Workers?
César Chávez
What does LSAT stand for?
Law School Admission Test
Who was the first Hispanic U.S. Attorney General?
Alberto Gonzales
Which constitutional amendment guarantees equal protection under the law?
The Fourteenth Amendment
On what date does Hispanic Heritage Month begin?
September 15
Which Mexican American activist and labor leader helped organize farmworkers alongside César Chávez?
Dolores Huerta
What is one area of law that could help address issues affecting Hispanic communities?
Any reasonable response, such as immigration law, civil rights law, or employment law
Which Mexican American lawyer helped argue Hernandez v. Texas?
Gus García
Which Supreme Court case challenged discrimination against Mexican Americans in jury selection?
Hernandez v. Texas
Who is the famous Mexican artist known for her self-portraits?
Frida Kahlo
Who was the first Latina U.S. Supreme Court Justice?
Sonia Sotomayor
Why is it important for future lawyers to learn about different cultures?
To better understand and represent people from different backgrounds
What year was Sonia Sotomayor appointed to the Supreme Court?
2009
What does “pro bono” mean in the legal field?
Providing legal services for free, usually for the public good
Which Mexican American labor leader co-founded the United Farm Workers with César Chávez?
Dolores Huerta
Which famous Mexican artist is known for her self-portraits and paintings exploring identity?
Frida Kahlo
What type of law focuses on protecting people's rights and freedoms?
Civil rights law
Who was the first Mexican American woman elected to the U.S. House of Representatives?
Ileana Ros-Lehtinen
Which landmark Supreme Court case ruled that Mexican American students could not be segregated in California public schools?
Mendez v. Westminster
What is one reason it is important to learn about Hispanic history when studying law?
It helps us understand the experiences, rights, and contributions of Hispanic communities
Which Puerto Rican civil rights activist helped establish the Young Lords as a community organization?
Felipe Luciano
What is the term for asking a higher court to review a lower court's decision?
An appeal