Hispanic Heritage Month
What are the dates for the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month?
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated from September 15 to October 15 each year.
When do most Latin American countries celebrate their Independence Day?
What is September 15?
Most Latin American countries celebrate their Independence Day in mid-September. Specifically, the independence anniversaries of Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua are on September 15, while Mexico celebrates on September 16 and Chile on September 18.
If someone is "Spanish," where were they born?
Spain
Which Mexican-American singer, known as the Queen of Tejano music, was tragically shot and killed at the age of 23?
Selena.
Selena Quintanilla, a Mexican-American singer and songwriter, known as the Queen of Tejano music, was tragically shot and killed at the age of 23.
Which Argentine soccer player has won the Ballon d'Or award?
Lionel Messi
Lionel Messi, the Argentine soccer player, has won the Ballon d'Or award a record 8 times.
Who and what is celebrated during Hispanic Heritage Month?
It honors the achievements of Hispanic and Latino communities.
Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates the histories, cultures, and contributions of Americans with roots in Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America.
What state first celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month
California
Who invented the "flamin' hot" seasoning used on Cheetos?
Richard Montañez, a former Frito-Lay factory worker, claimed to have invented Flamin' Hot Cheetos in the late 2000s.
Who is Ricardo Dorronsoro? What restaurant does he own?
Jalapeños in Walpole
Who was the first hispanic justice on the US Supreme Court?
Sonia Sotomayor
How is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated?
Through variety of events, festivals and educational events.
Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated through a variety of events, including cultural festivals, parades, educational activities, art exhibitions, music and dance performances, community gatherings, and events that highlight Hispanic contributions to society. Many schools, museums, and organizations also host workshops, lectures, and presentations to honor Hispanic culture and history.
How old is a person turning if they are celebrating their "quinceañera"?
15 (quince)
How many countries in the Americas have Spanish as an official language?
There are 20 countries in the Americas where Spanish is an official language, including Mexico, most of Central America, and the majority of South American nations.
Who was the first Hispanic woman to become an astronaut?
Ellen Ochoa.
The first Hispanic woman to become an astronaut was Ellen Ochoa. She is from Los Angeles, California, and her heritage is Mexican-American.
Who worked to improve conditions for farm workers?
Ceasar Chavez
Cesar Chavez worked to improve conditions for farm workers, advocating for their rights and co-founding the United Farm Workers (UFW) union.
What year did Hispanic Heritage Week begin?
1968.
Hispanic Heritage Week began in 1968, and it was later expanded to a month-long celebration in 1988.
In what year did Hispanic Heritage Month begin?
1988.
Hispanic Heritage Month began in 1988, expanding from the week-long celebration that started in 1968.
Cual es el pais de habla hispana con mayor población?
Mexico
Can you name a famous Mexican painter?
Frida Kahlo
Who is a famous Puerto Rican Singer/actor that play Selena Quintanilla on the movie Selena?
Jennifer Lopez
What was the original length of the Hispanic Heritage celebration, and which president initiated it?
Hispanic Heritage Month originally started as just a week-long celebration under President Lyndon Johnson in 1968.
Who established Hispanic Heritage Month?
President Ronald Reagan.
Hispanic Heritage Month was created in 1988 by President Ronald Reagan, building on the week-long celebration originally established by President Lyndon B. Johnson in 1968.
There are three Caribbean islands where Spanish is the national language. Can you name two of them?
Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and Cuba.
Who was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973?
Roberto Clemente.
Roberto Clemente was inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1973, becoming the first Latin American and Caribbean player to receive this honor.
Who is the Cuban-American woman known as the Queen of Salsa?
Celia Cruz.
Celia Cruz is the Cuban-American singer famously known as the Queen of Salsa.