Hispanic Heritage Month
Culture and Traditions
Latin American Countries
Mi Gente LSCC
Fun facts
100

Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the cultures of which regions?

Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central & South America

100

What is a ‘tamale’?

Corn dough wrapped in a husk

100

Which country has the largest Spanish-speaking population?

Mexico

100

What main resource does Mi Gente LSCC offer?

Peer support!

100

Which famous artist is known for self-portraits and was born in Mexico?

Frida Kahlo

200

When does Hispanic Heritage Month begin in the United States?

September 15

200

Which Latin American country is famous for Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro?

Brazil

200

Which country’s official language is Portuguese, not Spanish?

Brazil

200

Which group of students is Mi Gente Latinx primarily for?

ALL students

200

Which Caribbean country shares an island with Haiti?

Dominican Republic

300

Which Latin music style is commonly celebrated during Hispanic Heritage Month?

Salsa

300

What is the traditional Mexican holiday celebrated on November 1st and 2nd?

Día de los Muertos

300

What mountain range runs along the west side of South America?

Andes

300

What is one key value of Mi Gente Latinx?

Community empowerment

300

Which Latin American country is home to the ancient city of Machu Picchu?

Peru

400

Which of the following countries celebrates its independence on September 15?

Guatemala

400

Which Latin American country is famous for Carnaval in Rio de Janeiro?

Brazil

400

What is the currency of Mexico?

Peso

400

Where is the Mi Gente Latinx Center located on the UMN Twin Cities campus?

Coffman Memorial Union

400

What’s the name of the traditional music style from the Dominican Republic?

Bachata

500

Which U.S. President officially made Hispanic Heritage Week a month-long celebration?

Ronald Reagan

500

What is “El Grito de Dolores”?

Mexico’s cry for independence

500

What is the capital of Peru?

Lima

500

What is the mission of Mi Gente Latinx at the University of Minnesota?

Celebrate Latinx heritage, build community, and support students

500

What is the most popular sport in the Latin American region?

Futbol!

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