A traditional margarita is made with this alcohol, distilled from the maguey (agave) plant.
What is TEQUILA.
100
A flowering plant that the Aztecs called "cuetlaxochitl" and is today referred to as "La Flor de la Nochebuena" (Flower of the Holy Night).
What is POINSETTIA.
100
One of the world's best-known dog trainers, this man has starred on such shows as 'Dog Whisperer' and 'Leader of the Pack.'
Who is Cesar Millan.
100
The famous Shell House on Isla Mujeres, built in the shape of a giant conch shell, was featured on an episode of Extreme Homes on this popular US TV channel.
What is HGTV.
100
The colonial city of Puebla was the site of a historic battle that took place on May 5, 1862. The Battle of Puebla is currently commemorated by this annual celebration.
What is CINCO DE MAYO.
200
A spicy sausage, usually made from pork and seasoned with chili, that is often served with eggs - aka "huevos" in spanish.
What is CHORIZO.
200
The Caribbean spiny lobster both tastes and looks different from cold water lobsters, its most notable physical difference being its lack of this body feature.
What are CLAWS.
200
Diego Rivera was a famous painter and muralist who married this artist and feminist icon, not once but twice. She was well known for her self-portraits and bold eyebrows.
Who is FRIDA KAHLO.
200
What "Mi casa es su casa", a famous expression of hospitality, translates to.
What is "My house is your house".
200
A traditional mariachi band usually consists of a guitar, a guitarron (bass guitar), a vihuela (rhythm guitar), two to four violins, and two of these.
What are TRUMPETS.
300
When Hernán Cortés first encountered the Aztecs, they thought he was a white god and welcomed him with this delicious sweet beverage.
What is HOT CHOCOLATE.
300
This poisonous creature's sting causes 10 times as many deaths as poisonous snakes.
What is a SCORPION.
300
This 1997 blockbuster film was the reason for building Baja Studios, which overlooks the Pacific Ocean in northern Baja California.
What is TITANIC.
300
During a lazy beach stroll you may spot many palapas, which are open air structures roofed with these.
What are PALM FRONDS.
300
Charros (not to be confused with churros) are very similar to this recognizable American male figure, and compete in national sport competitions that exhibit their horsemanship and mastery of herding.
What is a COWBOY.
400
Burrito means "little ______" in Spanish, possibly because a burrito resembles the bedrolls that this animal would often carry.
What is DONKEY.
400
The Chupacabra is a legendary creature who is known for drinking the blood of this particular livestock.
What is a GOAT.
400
This actress was the first Latina to be nominated for Best Actress at the Oscars. She started her career as a soap opera star and landed her first big break in a Robert Rodriguez film.
Who is SALMA HAYEK.
400
The Olmec, known for their colossal and mysterious sculpted ________, were known as the "mother culture" to the Aztecs and the Maya.
What are HEADS.
400
The piñata actually originates from this country by way of Spain. It usually took the form of a cow or ox, and spilled seeds rather than candy when split open during New Year celebrations.
What is CHINA.
500
The word for a popular type of bar found in some spanish-speaking countries, derived from the Italian word for "cellar", "winery" or "vault".
What is CANTINA.
500
The largest wildcat found in North America.
What is a JAGUAR.
500
The entire resort of Villa Rolandi Thalasso (a small luxury hotel with a spa, gourmet restaurant and beach club) is rumoured to have once been rented by this famous rock group.
Who is U2.
500
A step-pyramid dominates the center of the Chichen Itza archaeological site. Each of the pyramid’s four sides has this many steps, which, when added together with one final “step” (the top platform), produces a total of 365.
What is 91.
500
A quinceañera party is very similar to this well known event, which is usually celebrated by young American women. John Hughes even made a film about it.