Holidays
In Spain, people eat this number of grapes at midnight on New Year’s Eve for good luck.
12
A common Christmas dish in Mexico, traditionally steamed in corn husks or banana leaves.
Tamales
This red-and-green plant is originally from Mexico and is now a worldwide Christmas symbol.
The poinsettia (La flor de Nochebuena)
What three colors are on Mexico’s flag?
Green, white, and red
When is Mexican Independence Day celebrated?
September 16
In many countries, families gather on this night for a large dinner that often lasts past midnight.
Christmas Eve / Nochebuena
This popular Spanish seafood dish is often served during holiday feasts, especially in coastal regions.
Paella
These bright orange flowers are used to guide spirits during Day of the Dead and are sometimes used in holiday decorations because of their vibrant color.
Marigolds (cempasúchil)
This mountain range runs along the western edge of South America and is the longest continental mountain range in the world.
The Andes
How many Spanish-speaking countries are there in the world?
21
Christmas is celebrated in what season in Argentina?
Summer
This sweet drink made from rice, milk, and cinnamon is enjoyed year-round but especially during winter holidays.
Horchata
These are small altars made to honor loved ones.
Ofrendas
This South American country is home to both the Amazon rainforest and the world’s largest carnival in Rio de Janeiro.
Brazil
Flamenco dancing originates from this country. (double if you know the region)
Andalusia, Spain
This song by José Feliciano is one of the most famous Spanish Christmas songs worldwide.
Feliz Navidad
This popular Mexican baked good is sweet, often eaten for breakfast or during holidays, and comes in many shapes like rounds, braids, or twists.
Pan dulce
In some parts of Spain, people celebrate the summer solstice by jumping over these for good luck.
Bonfires
This South American country uses the “sol” as its currency and is home to Machu Picchu.
Peru
This Spanish painter is famous for his surrealist works, including The Persistence of Memory.
Salvador Dalí
In many Latin American homes, people walk around the block with one of these to attract travel for the year.
Suitcase
A sweet bread with a hidden figurine, eaten on Three Kings’ Day.
Rosca de Reyes
On Christmas Eve, people in this country light fireworks and release paper lanterns called “globos” into the sky.
Argentina
This country has the Atacama Desert, one of the driest places on Earth, along its long Pacific coastline.
Chile
Over 80% of all the alpacas in the world live in this country
Peru