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Discrimination helped shape this person. A schoolteacher, prejudiced against Hispanics, accused them of cheating because their papers were too well-written. In 1945 at the end of World War II, white men brutally beat their brother for wearing a Zoot-Suit, a popular Latino fashion. Began their career as an activist when they co-founded the Stockton chapter of the Community Service Organization (CSO), which led voter registration drives and fought for economic improvements for Hispanics. They also founded the Agricultural Workers Association. Coined the term "Si, se puede" Co-founder of the United Farm Workers Association.
Who is Dolores Huerta?
March 8
What is International Women's Day?
Torta means what where
What is "cake" in South American countries and "sandwhich" in Mexico?
Soup made of hominy with meat, and can be seasoned and garnished with shredded lettuce or cabbage, chili peppers, onion, garlic, radishes, avocado, salsa or limes.
What is pozole from Mexico?
Advocating leads to success in these three ways
What is spreading information, gaining knowledge, and making your voice heard?
Known as the "Queen of Salsa Music," this person is one of the most beloved Latin American artists ever. She was born in Cuba and rose to fame with her career in salsa, a Cuban musical style. This person is known for their distinctively powerful voice and ability to infuse their music with their experiences. As a Cuban exile, they also symbolized freedom and the struggle for liberty throughout the Latin American world. The U.S. Mint released a quarter in 2024 featuring the "Queen of Salsa," as part of the American Women Quarters Program, making her the first Afro-Latina to appear on a U.S. coin
Who is Celia Cruz?
Gender based killing of women from systemic violence and societal issues
What is Femicide?
Tortilla means what where
What is "omelet" in Spain and "flatbread made from corn, flour, wheat, or etc" in Central America?
Mix of meat, vegetables, and fruit stuffed fried/baked into a dough ball
What are Empanadas from Spain or Portugal?
César Chávez’s birthday is celebrated on this day.
What is March 31?
This person has gone down in history for being the first Hispanic American woman to go to space when she joined the 9-day mission aboard the Discovery shuttle in 1993. In 1988, this person joined NASA as a research engineer and was selected to be an astronaut in 1990. Three years later, she became the first Hispanic American woman to go to space, as part of a mission to study the Earth’s ozone layer. She completed 3 more missions and later became the Johnson Space Center’s first Hispanic director.
Who is Ellen Ochoa?
Kenya and Mexico
Where has the most protests against femicide?
Buzo means what where
What is "driver" in most spanish-speaking countries and "sweatshirt" in Argentina or "sweatpants" in Costa Rica and Chile?
Corn tortilla rolled around a filling and covered with a savory sauce.
What is an Enchilada with Aztec and Mayan roots?
State that Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is representative for
What is New York?
Advocated for for the transgender community, and all LGBTQ+ people, especially those of color. Partook in the 1969 Stonewall Riots at barely 17 years old. She later organized and led a series of protests. along with Marsha P. Johnson, another brave and celebrated advocate, created the Street Transvestite Action Revolutionaries, or STAR, around 1971. STAR addressed issues facing the transgender community in New York City and provided logding for those in need. Started Transy House in 1997.
Who is Sylvia Rivera?
How many femicide cases are actually prosecuted?
Chamba means what where
What is "work" in Mexico and Central America and "ditch" in Colombia and Venezuela?
A dish made with raw fish or seafood marinated in citrus juice, typically lime, which "cooks" the fish, and often served with onions, chili, and cilantro
What is Ceviche from Peru?
Names of one or both Senators from Oregon
Who are Senator Jeff Merkley or Senator Ron Wyden?
In 1964, this person became the first Latin American and Caribbean to win the World Series as a starting player. Despite this success, however, they faced racial discrimination in the United States and this led them to advocate for Latinx and Black players’ rights in the sport. In 1973 they were the first Hispanic baseball player to be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, and they paved the way for the Latinx baseball players of the future.
Who is Roberto Clemente?
Ni Una Menos Movement
What is the name of one of the largest anti-femicide protest in Latin America?
banqueta means what where
What is "sidewalk" in Mexico or Guatemala and "bench" in most other Spanish speaking countries?
A flat, round cornmeal cakes that can be grilled, baked, or fried, and are often stuffed with various fillings
What are Arepas from Colombia, Venezuela, and Panama?