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Fun Facts
100
He is the Argentinian footballer considered one of the greatest of all time, having won multiple Ballon d'Or awards
Who is Lionel Messi
100
This traditional six pointed paper mache star is swung at almost every Mexican celebration and is filled with candy and small toys.
What is a pinata?
100
South American country that is landlocked
What is Bolivia
100
Hispanic signals a connection to Spain or the Spanish language; Latino describes people with ties to Latin America or the Caribbean.
The difference between Hispanic and Latino?
100
The duration of Hispanic Heritage Month in the United States
What is September 15 to October 15?
200
This artist, known as ‘The King of Latin Pop,’ is famous for his song Bailando.
Who is Enrique Iglesias?
200
In Spain, this unique New Year's Eve tradition involves eating 12 grapes at midnight, one for each strike of the clock, to bring good luck in the coming year
What is the Twelve Grapes of Luck?
200
This Caribbean nation shares the island of Hispaniola with Haiti and is home to the famous Punta Cana beaches
What is the Dominican Republic?
200
The name for a popular Spanish version of a soap opera.
What is a Telenovela?
200
What is the legend of the weeping woman, a well-known figure in Hispanic folklore?
What is La Llorona?
300
She is known as the
"Queen of Tejano"
Who is Selena Quintanilla?
300
Celebration when a young woman turns 15 years old
What is a Quinceanera?
300
More than 90% of the Spanish-speaking world is this religion.
What is Roman Catholic?
300
This Spanish-language TV network is the largest media company serving the Hispanic community in the U.S
What is Univision?
300
Known as the "Queen of Salsa"
Who is Celia Cruz?
400
They received the Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Emmy, and Tony Award, Born to Puerto Rican parents, this artist gained worldwide fame for blending hip-hop with historical storytelling
Who is Lin-Manuel Miranda?
400
In El Salvador this festival takes place on August 31 in Nejapa, where participants throw fireballs made of rags soaked in kerosene, symbolizing the volcanic eruption that saved the town in 1922
What is Las Bolas de Fuego?
400
This Central American country is famous for being the only one without an army and is known for its rich biodiversity and eco-tourism
What is Costa Rica
400
Latin American countries declare their independence
What is Spain?
400
This type of music, originating in the Dominican Republic, is known for its fast tempo and has evolved into a genre with worldwide popularity
What is merengue?
500
This Colombian singer, a philanthropist and UNICEF Goodwill Ambassador
Who is Shakira
500
This Puerto Rican holiday marks the longest celebration of Christmas in the world, beginning in early December and ending in mid-January
What is Las Octavitas
500
In this Country the Inca Empire arose
What is Peru?
500
Three ancient civilizations in Central or South America
What are The Aztec, Mayans, and Incas?
500
This president expanded Hispanic heritage week in to a month
Who is President Ronald Reagan?