National Hispanic Heritage Month: Meet Matt de la Pena

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When is Hispanic Heritage Month?

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September 15th - October 15th

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What was the reason for the selection of the Hispanic Heritage start date?

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It marks the anniversary of independence in five Hispanic countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Honduras.

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When is Mexico’s Independence Day?

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September 16

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When is Chile’s Independence Day?

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September 18

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In what year did Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Nicaragua, and Honduras declare independence?

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1821

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Lyndon B. Johnson declared National Heritage Week for the first time in what year?

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1968

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What does National Heritage Month celebrate?

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National Hispanic Heritage Month celebrates and recognizes the contributions Hispanic Americans have made to American society and culture.

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When is Matt de la Pena’s birthday?

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February 9

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How did Matt de la Pena make history?

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De la Pena is the first Hispanic author to win the Newbery Medal.

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Where was De la Pena born and raised?

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National City, CA