Dates & Facts
When does Hispanic Heritage Month take place?
September 15 – October 15
Which country is right below the United States and speaks Spanish?
Mexico
Antonio Banderas voices this cute but feisty character in the Shrek movies.
Puss in Boots
What food is Mexico known for that can be hard or soft and filled with meat or beans?
Tacos
What popular Hispanic artist is set to preform at the Superbowl 2026?
Bad Bunny
Why do we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month?
To honor people and cultures from Spanish-speaking countries.
What hispanic country is Lionel Messi From?
Argentina
Legendary baseball player from Puerto Rico
Roberto Clemente
Name one holiday or tradition celebrated in a Hispanic Country?
Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), Cinco De Mayo, Three King's Day
Which singer wrote and starred in the musical Hamilton and wrote songs for Encanto?
Lin-Manuel Miranda
What language do many Hispanic people speak?
Spanish
Name two Countries where people speak Spanish.
Mexico, Spain, Cuba, Puerto Rico, Argentina, Columbia etc.
Who stood strong for the workers in on the farms, ensuring they were treated and paid fairly?
Ceasar Chavez
Name two kinds of foods that are popular in Hispanic Cultures?
Tacos, tamales, empanadas, arroz con pollo, plantains, arepas.
Name a type of music or dance that come from Hispanic cultures?
Salsa, mariachi, flamenco, tango, reggaetón, bachata, merengue.
What year was Hispanic Heritage Month officially recognized in the unites states?
1968
Which countries celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month?
The United States, Canada, and Latin America
First Hispanic woman to become a Supreme Court justice and worked closely with Barak Obama?
Sonja Sotomayor
Name one food from Hispanic culture you have tried or would like to try.
Arroz, tacos, quesadillas, empanadas, etc
Famous Singer from Colombia who sang "Hips don't Lie"?
Shakira
Which former president said that "Hispanic Americans have enriched our nation beyond measure with quiet strength of closely knit families and proud communities?"
George H W Bush
What is the capital of Mexico?
Mexico City
First Hispanic woman Astronaut and brilliant inventor?
Ellen Ochoa
What do we call fried bananas that are popular in many Hispanic countries?
Plantains
Trumpet, Guitar, Maracas