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This holiday is celebrated on November 2nd, centering around the honoring ofone’s ancestors. On this day, it is said that the spirits of the dead come back for family reunions. The families honoring their dead set up altars in their homes and hold large family dinners and/or visit their loved-one’s cemetery plot and decorate it with food, flowers, and candles.
What is El Día de los Muertos.
100
This person sailed the ocean blue and discovered Latin America in 1492 or short after? He was an Italian explorer.
Who is Christopher Columbus.
100
This is the number two highest selling packaged bread product behind sliced bread in the U.S.. In Spanish it translates to "little cake". It is made from flour or corn.
What is the tortilla.
100
Santiago
What is the capital of Chile
100
What this the flag of Cuba
200
This "holiday" is the most important religious celebration amongst Christian Hispanics. This Hispanic holiday reminds us of Jesus' gift of eternal life.
What is Semana Santa.
200
This person was the Actor in the movie "Selena" in 1997. She also was a fly in the comedy show Living Color.
Who is Jennifer Lopez
200
This food is a mix of raw fish, lime and onion, the fish is normally cooked by the acidity of the lime.
What is ceviche
200
Santo Domingo
What is the capital of La Rebuplica Dominicana
200
What is Argentina
300
This celebration takes place a few days before the start of Lent, which is a Christian period of fasting. Food, music, and parades take place. It is celebrated all over the world but is most popular in a country located in South America.
What is Carnival?
300
This person was a Mexican American farm worker, labor leader, and civil rights activist who, with Dolores Huerta, co-founded the National Farm Workers Association, which later became the United Farm Workers (UFW). Supporters say his work led to numerous improvements for union laborers.
Who is Cesar Chavez.
300
This alcohol originated from the Caribbean region. The process starts from sugar cane juice or the molasses.
What is rum.
300
Medellin
What is the capital of Colombia?
300
What is Peru
400
This celebration takes place on Jan. 6. It is derived from the bible in which newborn baby Jesus receives gifts. Traditionally, it is celebrated with a cake called "La Rosca".
What is Dia de los Reyes.
400
This person was originally set to be signed by the Seattle Mariners. However, they were shot in the middle of crossfire in a barrio shooting. Known for his exceptional rapping skills, he is considered the King of a specific genre.
Who is Daddy Yankee
400
This dish originates in El Salvador, is made from corn flour, and is stuffed with cheese or beans
What is popusas
400
La Havana
What is the capital of Cuba?
400
What is Bolivia
500
When does National Hispanic Heritage Month occur in the U.S.?
What is September 15th to October 15th.
500
This was the national leader of Cuba from 1959 to 2008. His brother took over short after.
Who is Fidel Castro.
500
This Cuban dish is a slowed cooked meat with peppers and onion often served with rice.
What is ropa vieja
500
Montevideo
What is the capital of Uruguay?
500
Uruguay