Hispanic Heritage Month Facts

Identify which date timeline that Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated.

• September 15-October 15

• September 1-October 1

• September 30-October 30

• September 1-September 30

How does the US Census Bureau define the term 'Hispanic'? 

• Refers to a person of Cuban, Mexican, Puerto Rican, South or Central America, or other Spanish culture or origin regardless of race.
• Someone born in the country of Spain only.
• Someone born in the country of Mexico only.
• Anyone who speaks Spanish.

How many countries use Spanish as their 'official language'? 

• 10
• 21
• 16
• 5

What's the total number combined of Spanish-speaking countries located on the continents of both Europe and Africa?

• sixteen
• three
• twelve
• two

What huge South-American country borders Uruguay, Paraguay, Argentina, Bolivia, Peru, Colombia, & Venezuela?

• Mexico

• Brazil

• Ecuador

• Suriname

Which of the following Caribbean islands are predominantly Spanish-speaking?

• Jamaica

• Cuba

• Dominican Republic

• Puerto Rico

What popular holiday was depicted in the animated movie 'Coco'?

• Mexican Independence Day

• Day of the Dead/ Dia de los Muertos

• Three Kings Day

• Cinco de Mayo

How many Central-American countries celebrate their Indepence Day on September 15th?

• 3

• 4

• 5

• 6

Hispanic Heritage Month was originally celebrated for only one week.

• True/Verdad

• False/Falso

Which US state has the largest Hispanic population?

• Florida

• Texas

• California