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When does Hispanic Heritage Month begin & end ?
September 15th - October 15th
What country is merengue from?
Dominican Republic
What Spanish dessert is made from fried dough, often served with sugar or chocolate for dipping ?
Churros
What is the official language of Spain ?
Spanish
Why does Hispanic Heritage Month start in the middle of the month , instead of the 1st ?
Most Hispanic countries begin by celebrating their independence in the middle of the month .
Which country is salsa music closely connected to ?
Cuba
What are toritllas wrapped around beef or meat filling called ?
Burritos
Which country has a Bible on its flag ?
Domincan Republic
What are some ways people celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month ?
Music , Food , Dancing , Art , etc.
Who is the " Queen of Salsa " ?
Celia Cruz
What is arroz con pollo ?
Rice & Chicken
Which country contains the LARGEST pyramid , The Great Pyramid ?
Mexico
What day does Mexico begin celebrating ?
September 16th
Which Peurto Rican singer/rapper is one of the biggest latin music stars ?
Bad Bunny
What Mexican dessert is a sponge cake soaked in different types of milk ?
Tres leches cake
What is the biggest Spanish speaking country ?
Mexico
Who was the first Hispanic woman astronaut ?
Ellen Ochoa
Which Mexican holiday usually has mariachi music playing during the celebration ?
Dia de los Muertos ( Day of the Dead )
What is the main ingredient of the street food known as elote ?
Which continent has the most Spanish speaking countries ?