history
Prior to its revolt, Cuba was a colony of this country
Spain
In Cuba, there are 45 sutudents to every 1 of these
teacher
In the 1500s, people from this country settled in Cuba
spain
This hot beverage is often served with breakfast in Cuba
coffee
This famous Cuban instrument is made from dried gourds with beans or stones inside
maracas
This form of government has been in effect since 1950
communism
Preschool is available in these areas
urban areas
Jose Canseco, born in Cuba in 1964, excelled in this sport
baseball
This local grown carbohydrate is a staple at most meals
rice
This Cuban export sweetens food
sugar cane
In 1492, this explorer landed in East Cuba
Christopher Columbus
Due to tourism and industry, this language is a required course in Cuban schools
english
This Cuban actor played Ricky Ricardo on "I Love Lucy"
Desi Arnaz
This frozen dessert is popular but in short supply
ice cream
This is the official unit of currency in Cuba
peso
This country helped Cuba its freedom
USA
Education in Cuba starts at this age
age five
In Cuban families, the family surname comes from this family member's family name
mother
This alcoholic beverage is made of rum and mint
mojito
This holiday is celebrated on the second Sunday in May in Cuba as well as in the United States
mothers day
Cuba revieved its freedom in this year
1902
90% of students continue on to this level of education
secondary education
In 1987, this Cuban singer had a top 5 hit "Rhythm is Gonna Get You"
Gloria Estefan
This favorite meat is eaten on special occasions
roast pork
This popular Cuban dance is energetic with a steady beat
cha cha