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Fun Facts
100

This Colombian singer known for songs like “Hips Don’t Lie” has a name that means “grateful” in Arabic.

Who is Shakira?

100
This traditional six pointed paper mache star is swung at almost every Mexican celebration and is filled with candy and small toys.
What is a pinata?
100
People born in Puerto Rico are citizens of this country.
What is the United States?
100
The name for a popular Spanish version of a soap opera.
What is a Telenovela?
100

This is the most popular sport in Latin America

What is soccer?

200

This Mexican artist is known for her self-portraits, distinctive style, and paintings inspired by her life, identity, and physical pain.

Who is Frida Kahlo?

200

This Mexican celebration honors loved ones who have died, usually on November 1 and 2.

What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?

200

This Caribbean country shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti.

What is the Dominican Republic?

200

This brightly colored household cleaner is known for its strong scent and is a familiar staple in many Latino households.

What is Fabuloso?

200
This Spanish named nocturnal animal moves slowly because of his armor.
What is an armadillo?
300

The first Latina Associate Judge appointed to the U.S. Supreme Court in 2009 by President Barack Obama.

Who is Justice Sonia Sotomayor?

300

This celebration, especially popular in parts of Latin America, marks a girl’s 15th birthday.

What is a quinceañera?

300

This South American country is named after the equator, which passes through it.

What is Ecuador?

300

“Sana, sana, colita de rana…” is commonly said to comfort someone after this happens.

What is getting hurt or getting sick?

300
This is the state in the U.S. with the largest Hispanic population.
What is New Mexico?
400
This musician was the first Latino inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame in 1998.
Who is Carlos Santana?
400

This many countries in Latin America celebrate their Independence Day on September 15th.

What is five?

400

This country is the largest Spanish-speaking country in the world by land area.

What is Argentina?

400

This Spanish, one-word phrase, meaning roughly “God willing,” is commonly used when talking about hopes or future plans.

What is “ojalá”?

400
With 329 million native speakers, Spanish ranks this place in world languages spoken as the first language.
What is 2nd?
500
This President started the process for celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month in 1968.
Who is Lyndon B. Johnson?
500

This nine-day Christmas tradition in Mexico and parts of Central America reenacts Mary and Joseph’s search for lodging.

What are Las Posadas?

500

These are the three states in the U.S. with the most Hispanic owned businesses.

What are Texas, California, and Florida?

500

This long-running Spanish-language variety show, hosted by Don Francisco, became a Saturday-night staple for millions of Latino viewers.

What is Sábado Gigante?

500

Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated during this date range.

What is September 15th to October 15th?

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