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This 2017 Disney-Pixar animated film beautifully centers around the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead).
Coco
What is the famous milk soaked sponge cake popular across Latin America called?
3 leches
Who is a Boricua?
Someone from Puerto Rico
What does Tocayo mean?
Someone with the same name as you
This ghostly woman is said to wander near rivers crying for her lost children.
La lloronaaaaaaaaaa
This artist performed the official 2010 FIFA World Cup song, Waka Waka (This Time for Africa).
Shakira
This Puerto Rican favorite consists of fried green plantains that are smashed, fried again, and often served as a side dish.
Tostones
Who is a Tico/Tica?
Someone from Puerto Rico
What is sobremesa?
The time you spend talking after you have finished eating.
In Puerto Rican folklore, this mysterious creature is blamed for attacking livestock and drinking their blood.
El Chupacabra
Born in Texas, this "Queen of Tejano Music" became one of the most celebrated Mexican-American entertainers of the late 20th century before her tragic passing in 1995.
Selena Quintanilla
When do many Hispanic people eat a Rosca (Roscon) de Reyes?
January 6th
Who is a Chicano(a)?
Mexican-American
What does ESTRENAR mean?
Wearing/showing off something for the first time.
According to legend from Mexico, this headless horseman rides through the night seeking redemption for his past mistakes.
El Charro Negro
Known as the "King of Latin Trap," this artist's real name is Benito Antonio Martínez Ocasio.
Bad Bunny
This Puerto Rican holiday beverage combines coconut milk, spices, and rum and is often compared to eggnog.
Coquito
Who is a Tejano(a)?
Someone from Texas who is of Hispanic Descent
What does ANTIER mean?
Two days ago
This small mythical creature from Latin American folklore is said to live in forests, play tricks on travelers, and sometimes lead people astray.
El Duende
This award-winning playwright, actor, and composer created the hit Broadway musicals In the Heights and Hamilton.
Lin-Manuel Miranda
Ancient civilizations such as the Maya and Aztecs are credited with first cultivating and consuming this ingredient, now used worldwide in desserts and drinks.
Chocolate
Who is a Tico/Tica
A native or citizen of Costa Rica
What does ENTRECEJO mean?
The space between your eyebrows.
This horned trickster from Mexican legends is often described as making deals with unsuspecting travelers.
El Diablo