History
What event began on September 16, 1810?
Mexican War of Independence
What is the capital city of Mexico?
Mexico City
What language is primarily spoken in Mexico?
Spanish
In what year was the Mexican National Bank nationalized?
1982
What is one of the primary challenges faced by Mexico's armed forces today?
outdated equipment for counter-insurgency and anti-drug operations
Who led the Spanish Conquest of the Aztec Empire between 1519 and 1521?
Hernán Cortés
Which Peninsula separates the Gulf of Mexico from the Caribbean Sea?
Yucatan Peninsula
Which dish is commonly recognized as a staple of Mexican cuisine?
Tacos
What major economic issue continues to challenge Mexico today?
Economic inequality
In what year did Mexico see a significant return of the PRI to power?
2012
What was the impact of the Spanish Conquest on the Native population of Mexico?
90% of the native population died
Which desert is located in the northwest region of Mexico and is known for its unique plant species?
Sonoran Desert
What is a popular Mexican festival celebrated in honor of deceased loved ones?
Día de los Muertos
Name the trade agreement that significantly impacted U.S.-Mexico trade relations.
NAFTA
What major social issue has prompted protests and discussions in recent years in Mexico?
Drug-related violence
Which political group in Mexico was formed in 1929, and held political power for decades?
PRI
What is the average elevation of the Central Mexican Plateau?
Between 1,000 and 2,000 meters
What type of music is often associated with traditional Mexican culture?
Mariachi
What was the primary export of Mexico in the late 20th century?
oil and petroleum
What ongoing issues significantly affects Mexico's relationship with the United States?
Immigration and drug trafficking
What were the three main factions in the Mexican Revolution?
Francisco (Pancho) Villa, Emiliano Zapata, and Venustiano Carranza?
Name the two prominent mountain ranges in Mexico.
Sierra Madre Occidental and Sierra Madre Oriental
Which bird is considered sacred by the Mayans?
Quetzal
What economic crisis did Mexico face in the late 1970s and early 1990s?
Hyperinflation
Who is the current president of Mexico as of the latest information?
Claudia Sheinbaum Pardo