Autumn
What are the months of autumn in the U.S.?
September, October, November
What date is Halloween celebrated on?
October 31st
This 20th-century labor leader and civil rights activist co-founded the United Farm Workers, advocating for better conditions for farm laborers.
César Chávez
What is the name of a popular Mexican food made with a tortilla and meat?
Taco
What is the traditional Mexican music with violins and trumpets called?
Mariachi
What is the first day of autumn called?
Autumn Equinox
What holiday in Mexico is celebrated right after Halloween and honors the dead?
Day of the Dead / Día de los Muertos
What is the purpose of Hispanic Heritage Month?
To honor the history and culture of Hispanic Americans.
What sweet bread is eaten during Day of the Dead?
Pan de muerto
This Colombian singer’s hips “don’t lie” — she became an international superstar blending Latin, pop, and Arabic sounds.
Shakira
What fruit is commonly picked in fall and used in pies and cider?
Apples
What is the Spanish word for “pumpkin”?
Calabaza
Which famous labor leader and civil rights activist co-founded the United Farm Workers and fought for the rights of Hispanic farmworkers in the U.S.?
César Chávez
What rice dish from Spain is made with seafood or chicken?
Paella
Which famous singer will be the Halftime Show of Super Bowl LX?
Bad Bunny
When the leaves turn red, orange, and gold, they’re showing off this natural process that happens as trees prepare for winter.
Photosynthesis (slowing of)
This classic 1984 movie introduced audiences to a team of scientists who “ain’t afraid of no ghosts.”
Ghostbusters
What 5 countries celebrate their independence on September 15?
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua
What is the name of the cold soup made with tomatoes from Spain?
Gazpacho
What is the name of the Spanish dance with clapping and footwork?
Flamenco
In the U.S., this northeastern state is famous for its spectacular fall foliage, drawing “leaf peepers” from around the world.
Vermont
These orange flowers (called cempasúchil in Spanish) decorates altars during Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?
Marigolds
What U.S. President expanded the celebration to a full month in 1988?
President Ronald Reagan
What are “arepas” made of?
Cornmeal / Harina de maíz
What is the name of the popular Latin music genre that originated in Colombia and involves fast dance steps?
Cumbia