All About Mexico for Kids

Food

In Mexico they use corn (maize), beans, chili's, tomatoes, and tortillas in a lot of their meals. Some traditional Mexican foods are tacos, enchiladas, and quesadillas.

Multiple Choice

What are some traditional Mexican foods?

• Sushi

• Tacos

• Pizza

• Spaghetti

Multiple Choice

What is a common ingredient used in Mexican meals?

• Apples

• Oranges

• Corn (maize)

• Grapes

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a traditional Mexican dish?

• Sushi

• Enchiladas

• Spaghetti Carbonara

• Fish and Chips

Multiple Choice

What type of bread is commonly used in Mexican cuisine?

• Baguette

• Croissant

• Tortillas

• Pita

Multiple Choice

Which vegetable is often used in Mexican dishes?

• Broccoli

• Cauliflower

• Chilis

• Spinach

Language

In Mexico they speak Spanish. To say "hi" in Spanish, you say "Hola".

Multiple Choice

How do you say "hi" in Spanish?

• Bonjour

• Hola

• Ciao

• Aloha

Family Traditions

Family is very important in Mexico. In Mexican families, the mother is usually in charge of cooking, cleaning, and taking care of the family. The father works and is in charge of the family. Grandparents, aunts, uncles, and cousins often live near one another, sometimes in the same house.

Multiple Choice

Who is usually in charge of cooking and taking care of the family in Mexican households?

• The father

• The children

• The grandparents

• The mother

Multiple Choice

In Mexican families, who is typically in charge of working and providing for the family?

• The grandparents

• The cousins

• The uncles

• The fathers

Multiple Choice

How do Mexican families often live in relation to each other?

• In different countries

• In different cities

• In the same house 

• Across different continents

Religions

The main religion in Mexico is Catholicism.

Multiple Choice

What is the main religion in Mexico?

• Buddhism

• Catholicism

• Judaism

• Hinduism