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Which of the following singers is a new judge on The Voice (2022)?
Camilla Cabello
Which US state has the largest Latino population?
California
Marvel Cinematic Universe has announced their first Latino superhero ‘El Muerto.’ Which famous Latin artist will be portraying this character?
Bad Bunny
What historical event does Cinco De Mayo commemorate?
The Battle of Puebla
Mexican street corn has become increasingly popular at fairs and ballparks. What is it typically called?
Elote
True of False. Tejano refers to a Texan of Latino descent and is music based on the accordian and horns of Norteno but with a more modern sound today.
True
True or False. September 15th was chosen as the beginning date of Hispanic Heritage Month because it is the anniversary of Independence Day for Costa Rica, Guatemala, El Salvador, Nicaragua, and Honduras (all in 1821).
True
Who is the considered the "Queen of Tejano music"
Selena Quintanilla
When was the first time Hispanic Heritage Week (now Hispanic Heritage Month) was celebrated in the U.S.? What Year was HHM extended to one month?
1968 - 1988
What is a marinated raw fish dish served throughout Mexico and South America?
Ceviche
Reggaeton is a popular music genre in Latin America. Which country did it originate from?
PUERTO RICO
Which is the Spanish-speaking country with the largest population?
Mexico
Frida Kahlo was a prominent artist of the 20th century. What type of art was she known for?
Self-portraits
The ruins of ancient Machu Picchu (Peru) are remnants of what civilization?
Incas
Tacos are well-loved around the world. What tacos are most commonly eaten in Mexico? Hint (Trompo)
Tacos al Pastor (Marinated Pork)
Who is the considered the "Queen of Salsa"?
Celia Cruz
Which country produces the famous ‘Panama hat’?
Ecuador
Dolores Huerta and Cesar Chavez were labor activists who co-founded a workers association for which group?
Agricultural workers
According to a 2018 census estimate, the U.S. Hispanic population will reach this size by 2060. Within 10 Million.
111.2 million
That is projected to represent 28 percent of the total population
______trees thrive on the cool slopes of the Andes Mountains, allowing Colombia to be an important producer of this crop.
Coffee
The music style ‘bossa nova’ is derived from which classic Brazilian genre?
SAMBA
How many Spanish-speaking countries are there?
20
FX’s POSE features the largest transgender cast on television, mostly Black and Latina women. Which actress plays the leading character Blanca?
MJ Rodriguez
Who was the first Latina woman in space and what year was her first mission in space?
Ropa Vieja, or ‘old clothes,’ is a classic Cuban dish. What is the core ingredient?
Slow-cooked flank steak