Famous People
People born in Puerto Rico are citizens of this country.
The United States
This is the most popular sport in Mexico.
Soccer
The first Latina Associate Judge chosen to the U.S. Supreme Court in 2009 by President Barack Obama.
Sonia Sotomayor
What is the smallest Latin American country in terms of land area?
El Salvador
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated during this date each year.
September 15-October15
What is the most popular Latin American food in America?
Tacos
This musician was the first Latino inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998
Carlos Santana
What five countries celebrate their independence on September15?
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras and Nicaragua
What are the top two languages most spoken in Latin America?
Spanish and Portuguese
The name for a popular Spanish version of a soap opera.
Telenovela
What is the typical food in El Salvador?
Pupusas
This performer was the first Cuban-born entertainer to star in a major network television show, I Love Lucy.
Desi Arnaz
How many Latin American countries are there?
33!
How many known dialects are recognized in Latin America?
Between 7 and 11
What Latin American country has the largest salt flats in the world?
Bolivia, home to the Salar de Uyuni
What are the top three most used ingredients in Latin American Food
What is the largest Latin American country in terms of land area?
Brazil
how many languages are spoken in Latin America?
Over 560 languages
What year was National Hispanic Heritage Week expanded to a monthlong celebration?
1989