LECTURE
LECTURE
LECTURE
General Knowledge (Non-lecture stuff)
General Knowledge (Non-lecture stuff)
100

Latinos have deep historic roots in the area dating back to the days of the __________ in the early 19th century.

Santa Fe Trail

100

At the turn of the 20th century, Mexican migrants settled in areas like the West side, Argentine, Armourdale, and ______.

Rosedale

100

This street was the hub of the West side’s business community.

 24th Street

100

Which famous Colombian singer is known for hits like "Hips Don’t Lie" and "Waka Waka"?

Shakira

100

When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?

September 15 to October 15

200

Saturnino Alvarado campaigned for his children to attend _____.

Argentine High School

200

The ______ advocated for Mexican migrants during the early 20th Century.

Mexican Consulate

200

The first Grand Fiesta was celebrated in ____.

1926

200

What is the traditional Mexican holiday that celebrates the remembrance of loved ones who have passed away?

Día de los Muertos

200

Which famous Mexican artist is known for her self-portraits and works reflecting Mexican culture and identity?

Frida Kahlo

300

_____ is the longest Latinx continuously operating organization in the US.  

The Guadalupe Centers

300

This organization hosted events for Americans to better understand the Mexican Community.

Union Cultural Mexicana or UCM

300

This woman is considered the Fairy Godmother of the Westside.

Dorothy Gallagher

300

Name of the event from Hispanic culture that celebrates when a girl turns 15-year-old?

Quinceañera

300

Which U.S. state has the highest percentage of Latino residents?

 New Mexico

400

What natural disaster reshaped the landscapes of Latinx neighborhoods in the metropolitan area?


The 1951 Flood

400

The West High School protest in 1969 is an example of this social movement across the nation. 

Chicano Walkouts for Better Education

 

400

This community activist founded La Raza Political Club in 1968.

Rafaela “Lali” Garcia

400

Which latino singer holds the record for more monthly listeners in all platforms?

Bad Bunny

400

What Spanish-speaking country is the largest by land area in Latin America?

Argentina

500

The Guadalupe Centers separation from the Catholic Church is an example of this Chicano Movement philosophy.

Community Control over institutions

500

This president proclaimed the first National Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968.

Lyndon B. Johnson

500

The first Fiesta Hispana was celebrated in _____.

1982

500

What is the term for a person of Mexican heritage born in the United States?

 Chicano/Chicana

500

Which famous Colombian singer is known for hits like "Hips Don’t Lie" and "Waka Waka"?

Brazil
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