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What do you call a soap opera in Spanish?
Telenovela
This day celebrates the Mexican victory over the French during the Battle of Puebla in 1862.
Cinco de Mayo
A popular snack in Latin American cuisine which is baked or fried bread or pastry stuffed with meat, cheese, and vegetables. Savory and sweet versions are available.
Empanada
Name at least 2 countries that border Mexio.
United States, Belize, and Guatemala
This controversial figure is considered by many Cubans as a monster that destroyed Cuba, while others consider him a visionary who saved their nation from the horrors of capitalism.
Fidel Castro
What country is Latin singer Shakira from?
Colombia
The end of the Mexican-American war in 1847 led to the fall of this capital city.
Mexico City
This South American seafood dish is typically made from fresh raw fish cured in citrus juices, such as lemon or lime, and spiced with ají, chili peppers or other seasonings including chopped onions, salt, and cilantro.
Ceviche
When is Mexico's Independence Day?
September 6, 1810
This city is known for the art deco statue of Jesus Christ known as Christ the Redeemer (or Cristo Redentor)
Rio de Janeiro
Gina Rodriguez stars in this modern day soap opera on the CW.
Jane the Virgin
The immediate cause of this war was the explosion of the battleship USS Main in Havana, Cuba.
The Spanish-American War
This Portuguese and Spanish term refers to beef or grilled meat. Often restaurants serve all-you-can-eat buffets, with waiters slicing meat onto patrons’ plates.
Churrasco or Rodizio
True or False: Mexico is the world’s largest Spanish speaking country?
True. Another interesting fact about Mexico is that there are more people speaking Spanish as their first language than in Spain.
This Incan citadel set high in the Andes Mountains in Peru is above the Urubamba River Valley. Built in the 15th century and later abandoned, it's renowned for its sophisticated dry-stone walls, intriguing buildings that play on astronomical alignments and panoramic views.
Machu Picchu
Name the Latina actress who stars in the comedy show, "Modern Family" and Spell it!
Sofia Vegara
Name the armed revolt that was led by Fidel Castro against the cuban dictator, Fulgencio Batista
Cuban Revolution
This shredded beef dish is literally translated to "old clothes" in English.
Ropa Vieja
True or False? Mexico is the world’s largest exporter of beer?
True. Corona, Modelo, Tecate, Indio, Pacifico, Bohemia, Victoria, and of course Sol are some of the many beer brands exported from Mexico.
Not just a popular PNW brand - this region spans across Argentina and Chile.
Patagonia
Who is the Puerto Rican dancer, singer, and actress who is one of fifteen people to win an Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony (EGOT)?
Rita Moreno
Which was the last Latin American country to abolish slavery?
Portugal
This Puerto Rican dish has fried plantains as its main ingredient. Plantains are picked green and fried, then mashed with salt, garlic, and oil.
Mofongo
Which of the “7 wonders of the world” is located in Mexico?
Chicken Itza. This pyramid was once part of the Mayan Empire, and in 2007 it was named as one of the new seven wonders of the world. It is one of the most visited archaeological sites in Mexico with over 2.6 million tourists in 2017.
This influential Latin American led the way to freedom for millions of South Americans. He is responsible for the liberation of the present-day nations of Colombia, Venezuela, Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia.
Simón Bolivar