Food and Drinks
Cubans celebrate Christmas on the 24th of December. What are some foods that we eat on this day?
Bunuelos, arroz con gris, yuca, tostones, platanos maduro, pork
How many people are on the executive board?
4
First performed in 1868, this song is known as Cuba's national anthem.
La Bayamesa
This museum, located in Paris, houses the Mona Lisa.
The Louvre
This rum was created in 1934 and is known as the island's most popular rum.
Havana Club
The President of our club is majoring in biology with a minor in chemistry. What does she plan on doing upon graduating from FGCU?
Medical School
This instrument forms the main rhythm heard in salsa. It is usually played in a 2-3 or 3-2 pattern.
The clave
These two languages are the most commonly spoken in South and Central America.
Spanish and Portuguese
Many cocktails originate from Cuba. Name two.
Carlos is the Treasurer of the club. What is his major?
Health Science
On this day, a series of protests sparked against the Communist Party of Cuba. Due to the government's handling of COVID-19, the people were left with food and medicine shortages as well as frequent power outages.
July 11, 2021
Known as the "King of Pop," this famous artist won 13 Grammy Awards, 6 Brit Awards, 5 Billboard Music Awards and 24 American Music Awards.
Michael Jackson
There are many sweet delicacies that were created in Cuba. Name three.
Pasteles, flan, arroz con leche, senoritas, merenguitos
What is the name of our Vice-President?
Maria
Before Cuba became an independent country, it was owned by Spain and then the United States. What year did Cuba gain full independence?
1902
This Christmas-themed ballet by Tchaikovsky accounts for nearly half the annual revenue of many dance companies.
The Nutcracker
This crop makes up a large part of the Cuban economy. What is it called?
Sugarcane
The Secretary for our club is not Cuban. What two countries is he from?
Colombia and Ecuador
This famous Cuban composer and pianist is known for his works in Afro-Cuban rhythms which have become standards of the Latin, jazz, and classical repertoire. His most famous pieces include Malguena, La Comparsa, and Siboney.
Ernesto Lecuona
Ukraine shares a border with two R-word countries. Name them.
Russia and Romania