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100

This ancient Incan city, located in Peru, is often referred to as the "Lost City of the Incas.

What is Machu Picchu?


100

This popular Mexican dish consists of tortillas filled with various ingredients, often topped with lime.

What are tacos?

100

This artist rose to fame through her Spanglish hit in 2020, “Telepatía”.

Who is Kali Uchis?

100

This Disney movie follows the story of a young boy who travels to the afterlife in the hopes of meeting his musical inspiration on Dia de los Muertos.

What is COCO 2017?

100

+100 to every group if everyone can do la Macarena

How yall probably look doing la Macarena

100

This 2012 policy expanded immigration law to allow certain undocumented immigrants who came to the U.S. as children.

What is DACA (Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals)?


100

What does LAXC stand for?

Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies

100

What did she say?

MI GENTE LATINO!

200

What was the name of the Aztec city where Mexico City now resides?

What is Tenochtitlan?


200

This dessert consists of sponge cake soaked in evaporated, condensed, and whole milk.

What is Tres Leches?


200

This artist has 8 Grammy Nominations, and their song was featured in the Barbie movie.

Who is Karol G?


200

The name for a popular Spanish version of a soap opera.

What is a Telenovela?

200

Name this popular Venezuelan Latina that went viral on Vine.

Who is Lele Pons?

200

When is National Immigrant Day?

October 28th


200

What is La Casita?

A shared space for anyone to hang out or chill; Home of LAXC and MHC!

200

Who said this: “Mama, let's research.” 💜

Who is Gina Rodriguez?

300

This archipelago, known for its unique biodiversity, is located about 1,000 kilometers off the coast of Ecuador.

What are the Galápagos Islands?


300

A traditional Peruvian dish made with raw fish marinated in citrus juices.

What is ceviche?

300

This artist is famously known for his many popular dembow songs, including “4K” and “La Romana”.

Who is El Alfa?


300

This actress gained fame for her role in Modern Family as Gloria Delgado-Pritchett.

Who is Sofía Vergara?

300

Name this American bachata group formed in The Bronx, New York that disbanded in 2011.

AVENTURA

300

What is a permit allowing an immigrant to live and work permanently in the US called?

Green Card / Permanent Residency Card

300

Where is La Casita located? (building and room #)

Moody Hall 102

300


What is the Loteria icon mentioned in this viral video?

ESCALERA


400

This is the largest LATAM island in the Caribbean.

What is Cuba?


400

A traditional dish that varies between different countries of masa dough filled with pork, chicken, and/or beef, and wrapped in corn husks or plantain leaves.

What are Tamales?


400

These artists sang the global Latin hit of 2017, Despacito.

Who is Luis Fonsi and Daddy Yankee?

400

This reality TV show stars Ana María Polo in solving legal problems and conflicts with volunteer participants.

What is Caso Cerrado?

400

This Mexican-American actress made her debut in Hollywood staring in THE BABYSITTERS CLUB as well as RAVENS HOME and DOCTOR STRANGE

Who is Xochitl Gomez?


400

What is the legal protection granted to people fleeing violence and persecution in their home countries called?

Granting Asylum

400

What do CMSS and SOGIE stand for and what spaces does CMSS house?

Center for Multicultural Student Services; Sexual Orientation Gender Identity and Expression; CMSS houses: LSA, BSA, and FAM

400

This influencer is known for the vernacular of "Disss Gurr" and "Brinn-it-Gurr".

Who is Shawty Bae?


500

This rodent found in South America grows up to 4.5 ft. (1.3m) long and is the largest rodent in the world.

What are capybaras?


500

This dish consists of grilled corn on the cob slathered in a mayo cream sauce and garnished with chili powder, cheese, and lime.

What is Elote?


500

In 2022, this artist released an intergalactic and space-themed album, featuring songs “Punto 40” and “Corázon Despeinado”.

Who is Rauw Alejandro?

500

This popular TV show originated in México and retells real-life stories of people who have experienced true miracles.

What is La Rosa de Guadalupe?

500

This couple faced a very public divorce, and involved a "diss track" single that broke the charts.

Who are Shakira and Piqué?

500

Who expanded workers' rights for farm workers in California but then to other workers around the country?

Dolores Huerta & United Farmworkers (UFWA)


500

Name this organization that mentors the high school Latine youth through rigorous academic challenge, leadership development, scholarships, and supportive mentorships as well as help and promote other Latinx orgs on campus!

What is SLI Mentors?


500

What ethnicity is Don Pollo, the King of Ohio?

Dominican


600

This Panamanian landmark is a key shipping route that connects the Atlantic and Pacific Oceans.

What is the Panama Canal?


600

This type of corn-based dough is used to make tamales, tortillas, y más.

What is masa?

600

This renowned artist announced his retirement from reggaeton last year.

Who is Daddy Yankee?

600

This actor, known for his role in The Mandalorian, gained fame as a character in the Star Wars franchise.

Who is Pedro Pascal?

600

Which individuals were involved in a love triangle where one person was already expecting a child?

Who are Angela Aguilar, Christian Nodal, and Cazzu?

600

What percent of Latinos in the US are eligible to vote?

53% of Latinos in the US

600

What are the programs that happen in the summer at JMU & VT that promote empowerment for Latinx High Schoolers?

Latinx Leadership Academy (LLA) and Hispanic College Institute (HCI)

600

Fill in the blank: Coca-Cola Lite, Coca-Cola Normal, y _____. YOU HAVE TO SING IT TO GET THE POINT

Coca-Cola ZZZZEZERO


700

This event in 1804 made [Blank] the first country in the world to gain independence through a successful slave revolt. What is the country & revolution called?

What is Haiti? What is the Haitian Revolution?


700

This is a meal that is typically shared with family and friends, usually as a celebration with food and drinks; also the name of a food is highlighted in this celebration.

What is Carne Asada?

700

In 2010, this Venezuelan pop duo won a Latin Grammy for Best Urban Album for "Mi Niña Bonita".

Who is Chino y Nacho?

700

This character became the first Latino superhero in the DC universe, played by Xolo Maridueña.

Who is Blue Beetle?

700

This famous reality TV star was adopted by Italian-American parents, but was born in Santiago, Chile.

Who is Snooki?

700

What president signed the Jones-Shafroth Act, granting U.S. citizenship to Puerto Ricans?

Who is President Woodrow Wilson?

700

What does MHC stand for and what do they do?

Madison Hispanic Caucus: advocates for Latino issues in higher education, including the educational welfare and advancement of Latines at JMU

700

What is the holy trinity of stores for Latina moms?

TJ Maxx, Ross, and Marshall’s

800

This archipelago in the southern part of the Caribbean Sea is known for its rich biodiversity and is often called the "Gateway to the Caribbean".

What are the Cayman Islands?


800

This traditional dish consists of mashed green plantains and it is typically topped with fried onions, eggs, cheese, and salami.

What is Mangú?


800

This Colombian singer sings the popular hit “La Camisa Negra.”

Who is Juanes?


800

The first Latina actress to win an Oscar for best supporting actress in 1962.

Who is Rita Moreno?

800

The first Latina Associate Judge was chosen to the U.S. Supreme Court in 2009 by President Barack Obama.

Who is Justice Sonia Sotomayor?


800

This Central American country is aiding Haiti by sending 150 military police officers to fight violent gangs.

What is Guatemala?

800

What is the percentage of Latinos at JMU?

Around 8%

800

This famous Puerto Rican influencer told the infamous story between Victor y Joel.

Who is Jovani Vasquez?


900

This city is the capital of Uruguay and is known for its coastal promenade, beaches, and vibrant cultural scene.

What is Montevideo?


900

This Cuban dish consists of marinated pork that is slow-roasted and typically served with rice and beans.  

What is lechón?

900

This song features two popular reggaeton and bachata artists in the unfolding of a love triangle and cheating scandal.

What is Ella y Yo by Aventura and Don Omar?

900

This actress plays the main character in UGLY BETTY and SUPERSTORE, and starred in the Barbie movie.

Who is America Ferrera?

900

This artist heavily influenced Puerto Rico’s 2019 Movement, ‘Ricky Renuncia’, following the events of hurricanes Irma and Maria.

Who is Bad Bunny?


900

Tomorrow marks the 10 year anniversary of 43 students that disappeared in this Latin American country. The President at the time claimed students were attacked by security forces linked to a local drug cartel but an organization formed specifically to investigate the students’ disappearance have refuted these claims. Parents of these students still have no solid answer but have not given up hope in finding them. What country did this take place in?

What is Mexico?

900

What year was LSA created at JMU?

1995

900

What was the name of the Brazilian song that went viral during the 2022 World Cup?

Tubarão Te Amo (+100 to whoever dances it)