MUSIC
This romantic genre of music was born in the Dominican Republic and often features guitars and heartfelt lyrics about love and heartbreak.
What Is Bachata?
This movement of the 20th century sought to celebrate Indigenous roots, reject colonial influences, and reclaim Hispanic cultural identity through art and language.
What is Indigenismo?
This Latin staple is made from rice and beans and is served across the Caribbean, often with plantains.
What is Arroz con Habichuelas (Rice and Beans)?
This U.S. Supreme Court Justice became the first Latina to serve on the court.
Who is Sonia Sotomayor?
This Latina actress voiced the character “Gamora” in Guardians of the Galaxy and starred in Avatar.
Who is Zoë Saldaña?
This music genre from Puerto Rico mixes reggae, hip-hop, and Latin rhythms — with artists like Daddy Yankee and Don Omar leading its rise.
What is Reggaeton?
Red, white, and blue are common colors in many Hispanic flags, symbolizing freedom, unity, and sacrifice — name 3 countries that uses these three colors.
What is Puerto Rico, Cuba, or the Dominican Republic?
This popular Puerto Rican dish made of mashed plantains with garlic and pork cracklings is often served with a side of meat.
What is Mofongo?
This civil rights activist and labor leader co-founded the United Farm Workers and fought for Latino workers’ rights in the U.S.
Who is César Chávez?
This global Colombian superstar is known for her song “Hips Don’t Lie.”
Who is Shakira?
Cardi B proudly represents these 2 Caribbean country through her father and mothers heritage.
What is Trinidad and Dominican Republic?
Across Latin America, this word is used to refer to people with mixed Indigenous and European ancestry, reflecting the blend of cultures in many Hispanic countries.
What is mestizo?
This Mexican dish is made of a corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with chili sauce.
What are Enchiladas?
This country in the Caribbean was the first to gain independence from slavery in 1804, inspiring other nations across Latin America.
What is HAiti?
This Bronx-born congresswoman of Puerto Rican descent became the youngest woman ever elected to the U.S. Congress.
Who is Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (AOC)?
Known as “The King of Bachata,” this artist helped bring Bachata to global fame with his group whose name means "Aventure".
WHo is Romeo Santos?
This Latin American dance known for its rhythm and passion originated in the Dominican Republic and is often compared to Bachata.
What is Merengue?
This dessert, made with caramel and custard, is enjoyed in many Hispanic countries.
What is Flan?
The Mirabal Sisters from this country became symbols of resistance against dictatorship and inspired International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women.
What is the Dominican Republic?
This Puerto Rican actor, playwright, and musician became world-famous for creating and starring in the Broadway hit Hamilton, blending hip-hop, history, and Latin pride.
WHo is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
This Puerto Rican superstar is known for fusing reggaeton and Latin trap, and was Spotify’s most-streamed artist three years in a row.
Who is Bad Bunny?
This cultural celebration in Mexico honors the lives of those who have passed away, with colorful altars, flowers, and food.
What is Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
This Peruvian dish features raw fish marinated in lime juice, onions, and spices.
What is Ceviche?
This movement celebrated Hispanic and Chicano identity, activism, and cultural pride during the 1960s and 70s.
What is the Chicano Movement?
This Puerto Rican actress and producer made history as the first Latina to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony Award, completing what’s known as the “EGOT.”
Who is Rita Moreno?