Hispanic History
This Mexcian holiday, celebrated on Sept. 16th, marks the country's independence from Spain.
What is El Grito de Dolores or Mexican Idependence Day?
In 2020, this Puerto Rican artist was the first Latin urban artist to appear solo on the cover of Rolling Stone
Who is Bad Bunny?
This Latina singer's life and career were honored in a Netflix series released in 2020.
Who is Selena Quintanilla?
A Mexican dish made of a folded tortilla filled with meat and cheese.
What is a taco?
This is largest Spanish-speaking country in the world by population?
What is Mexico?
In 1966, Cesar Chavez led a 300-mile march to the state capital of this U.S. state to demand farmworker rights.
What is California?
This astronaunt became the first Hispanic woman in space in 1993.
Who is Ellen Ochoa?
This animated Disney film, set in Colombia, features the magical madrigal family.
What is Encanto?
This sweet drink made with rice, cinnamon, and sugar is popular in Mexico and Central American
What is horchata?
This island in the Caribbean is a U.S. territory where both Spanish and English are spoken.
What is Puerto Rico?
In 1898, the U.S. gained Puerto Rico after this war.
What is the Spanish-American War?
In 2021, he became the first Latino U.S. Secretary of Education.
Who is Miguel Cardona?
This Puerto Rican singer former boy band member is known for hits like "livin La Vida Loca"
Who is Ricky Martin?
What is Hispanic Hertigae Month?
This country is known for the Panama Canal, which connects the ATlantic and Pacific Oceans.
What is Panama?
This 1960's activist co-founded the United Farm Workers with Cesar Chavez
Who is Dolores Huerta?
In 2023, this Puerto Rican became the first Latino head coach of the Boston Red Sox.
Who is Alex Cora?
She starred in "Selena" and "Hustlers" and was the first Latino to headline the Super Bowl Halftime show.
Who is Jennifer Lopez?
These wrapped corn dough treats are steamed and often served during holidays.
What are tamales?
This Spanish-speaking Caribbean country is known for cigars, classic cars, and music like salsa and son.
What is Cuba?
This Central American country was the first to declare independence from Spain in 1821.
What is El salvador?
She was the first Hispanic woman elected to the U.S. Senate, representing Nevada
Who is Catherine Cortez Masto?
This Colombian singer's hits include "Hips DOn't Lie", "Waka Waka", and "She Wolf".
Who is Shakira?
This holiday, clebrated on Nov. 1st and 2nd, honors deceased loved ones in many parts of Mexico and Latin America.
What is Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
This South American country is the one where Poertuguese is the offical lanaguage, even though it's often grouped with Hispanic countries
What is Brazil?