Notable Figures
Who won the best male player of the year for the FIFA World Cup 2022?
This man is the #1 Latin artist in the world
Bad Bunny
On what day does Mexico celebrate its Independence Day?
September 16
This friendly 12th grader loves Bollywood movies
Rose Dessa
Which country's traditional wedding color is red? (2 possible answers)
China and/or India
Who was the last emperor of the Incan people?
Atahualpa
Latina musical artist, Selena, is nicknamed the Queen of ___ Music
Tejano
The ruins of ancient Machu Picchu are remnants of what civilization?
Incas
This 11th-grader is interested in photography
Maggie Pearcy
Which African country has the highest twin population?
Nigeria
This Puerto Rican actress made her claim to fame in a popular 1961 musical. From her role she became the first Hispanic American woman to win an Academy Award.
Who is Rita Moreno?
Which 2 Latina artists were nominated for Best Artist of the Year 2023?
a.) Selena Gomez and Kali Uchis
b.) Shakira and Karol G.
c.) Becky G. and Jennifer Lopez
The music style ‘bossa nova’ is derived from which classic Brazilian genre?
Samba
This 10 grader's favorite color is red and she likes to play guitar
Hannah Anand
In which of the following countries is the phaa sin worn?
a. Kenya
b. Philippines
c. Laos
Who was the first Hispanic woman to travel to space aboard the space shuttle discovery?
Ellen Ochoa
How many Grammys does Shakira have?
3
Who was the first Hispanic justice on the US Supreme Court?
Sonia Sotomayor
This 11th-grader enjoys boxing and playing basketball
Matt Baldovino
What is the national flower of El Salvador?
The Yucca Flower Blossom
What is the name of the wealthiest Hispanic man in the world?
Carlos Slim Helu
Who was first Latino to win a Grammy?
Carlos Santana
Which of the following Latin American cities is the most populated?
A) São Paulo
B) Mexico City
C) Buenos Aires
This 12th-grader enjoys cream cheese, cats, and K-dramas
Maya Akabueze
What is the most popular dish in Afghanistan?
Qabili Palau