Mexican History and Culture Trivia

What was the country that Mexico won their Independence from?

• Spain

• United States

• France

• England

Mexico holds the distinction for being the first Latin American country to have done what?

• Experienced an earthquake

• Hosted the Olympics

• Been ruled by a monarchy

• All of the above

What is the famous Mexican wrestling called that is known for its fighters wearing masks?

• Sambo

• WWE

• Judo

• Lucha Libre

Who is the famous artist that created this painting and is most known for her self portraits?

• Maria Izquierdo

• Frida Kahlo

• Rosario Cabrera

• Aurora Reyes Flores

What kind of tacos do you put pineapple on?

• Pastor

• Birria

• Bistek

• Barbacoa

What is the traditional soup called that is usually enjoyed on the 16th of September?

• Caldo de res

• Tortilla soup

• Menudo

• Pozole

Where do people in Mexico City gather when there is a big soccer game win?

• Bellas Artes

• Zocalo

• Angel de Independencia

• Estela de Luz

What is the name of this famous archeological site that is just north of Mexico City?

• Cancun

• Las Piramides de Teotihuacan

• Tepoztlán

• Chichen Itza

After tacos, what is the second most common food to find at the puestos in Mexico?

• Quesadillas

• Flautas

• Gorditas

• Tortas

Which of these dishes was actually originated from Mexico?

• Churros

• Burritos

• Tacos al Pastor

• Guacamole