Mexican-American War
Was President of the United States during the Mexican-American War
Who is James K. Polk?
Named for the Spanish word Daisy
What is a Margarita?
Though Spanish in Origin, they're a classic sweet treat
What are Churros?
This Christmas Flower is native to Mexico
What is the Poinsettia (Noche Buena)?
Holds the World's largest crystals in the "Cave of Crystals"
What is the Naica Mine in Chihuahua?
U.S. argued that the border between Texas and Mexico was the Rio Grande River, while Mexico argued the border was this river
What is the Nueces River?
Known as the Nectar of the Gods
What is Pulque?
Invented in 1943 by Ignacio Anaya in Mexico for military wives
What are Nachos?
Mayans extracted this from trees for chewing and Aztecs used it as an adhesive
What is Chicle?
Is a giant 3 foot tall Tamal that can feed dozens of people
What is El Zacahuil?
This treaty signaled the end of the Mexican-American War
What is The Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo?
Popularized by Spain but its roots date back as far as 2400 BC in North Africa
What is Horchata?
Debuted in Mexico in 1966 , became a beloved classic under the Marinela brand
What are Pinguinos?
From Tiny to Fiery, they were first domesticated in Mexico
What are Chili Peppers?
In this State, you can find vibrant pink lakes colored by microorganisms that produce beta-carotene
What is Yucatan?
Broad term for women who followed armies, provided support, and fought on the front lines
Who are the Soldaderas?
Ancient Roots from the Aztec Empire. Where people used canoes to gather fruit and flowers to make this refreshing drink.
What are Aguas Frescas?
Japanese Immigrant Yoshigei Nakatani came up with this snack
What are Cacahuates Japones?
Established in Mexico City in 1539, the first of its kind in the Americas
What is the First Printing Press?
She's currently on the 200-peso bill
Who is Sor Juana Ines de la Cruz?
(A Nun, Scholar, Poet, and early advocate for women's rights in the colonial era)
Group of Irish and German immigrants who deserted the U.S. Army and fought for Mexico
Who are The San Patricios?
Traditional partner to Tamales and a Holiday Staple
What is Atole?
"Possibly" the biggest name in Mexico's puffed-wheat snack genre. Also, helped Big Danielle with the flu in 3rd Grade.
What are Sabritones?
What are Pinatas?
This slang is spoken in Mexico City and the neighboring State of Mexico
What is "Chilango"?