Life and Death
How old was Selena when she died?
A. 81 B. 23 C. 24 D. 25
B. 23
What type of music did Selena perform?
Tejano
True or False - Selena was the first Tejano artist to win a Grammy
True
What musical inspiration did Selena have in her early childhood?
A. Her mom B. Her brother C. Her sister D. Her dad
D. Her dad
Selena is known as the ______ of Tejano
Queen
What years did Selena live?
A.1973-2003 B.1971-2000 C.1971-1995 D.1997-2013
C. 1971-1995
What is Selena’s signature song?
A. Como la Flor B. Si Una Vez C. Ya No D. Vuelve a Mi
A. Como la Flor
What year was Selena inducted into the Billboard Latin Music Hall of Fame?
A. 1992 B. 1993 C. 1994 D. 1995
D. 1995
What was Selena’s first language?
English
Who played Selena in the movie about her life?
A. Zendaya B. Jennifer Lopez C. Sofia Vergara D. Selena Gomez
B. Jennifer Lopez
What day did Selena die?
A. February 31st B. March 31st C. April 31st D. May 31st
B. March 31st
How many singles does Selena have out?
A. 93 B. 92 C. 101 D. 102
When did Selena win her first Grammy?
1994
Why did Selena sing in Spanish?
To resonate with the Latino community since she grew up mainly speaking english
What famous singer/actress is named after Selena Quintanilla?
Selena Gomez
What was Selena's cause of death?
She was shot and killed
What other music styles did Selena’s Tejano family band include in their songs?
A. classical, heavy metal, country, B. mexican, country, western C. country, jazz, western D. mexican, western, jazz
B. mexican, country, western
Where in the United States is Selena most popular?
Texas
What were the occupations of Selena's parents?
Her dad was a musician and her mom was a stay at home mom
Who designed Selena’s stage outfits?
Selena designed her own outfits
Who is responsible for Selena’s death?
Yolanda Saldívar
What is the meaning behind Selena’s song Amor Prohibido?
It is based on Selena's grandparents (Mexican immigrants) who were not allowed to be together
What impact does Selena still have today besides for music?
What was the name of the first band Selena was a part of?
Selena y Los Dinos
Who did Selena marry?
Chris Pérez