Hispanic Heritage Month: Key Facts & Figures

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When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?

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September 15–October 15

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Why does Hispanic Heritage Month start on September 15?

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It’s when many Latin American countries celebrate independence.

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Which countries celebrate independence on September 15? Options: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua; Mexico and Brazil; Peru and Chile; Cuba and Puerto Rico

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Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua

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Who was the first Hispanic justice on the U.S. Supreme Court?

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Sonia Sotomayor

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This singer is known as the “Queen of Tejano Music.”

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Selena Quintanilla

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What famous Broadway musical did Lin-Manuel Miranda create?

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Hamilton

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Which Hispanic leader co-founded the United Farm Workers union?

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César Chávez

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Which Hispanic athlete was known for his humanitarian work and MLB career?

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Roberto Clemente

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Frida Kahlo is most famous for painting what kind of art?

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Self-portraits

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Which Latin American dance started in Cuba?

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Salsa