Hispanic vs Latino/a/x

What is the primary distinction between the terms "Hispanic" and "Latino/a/x"?

• They are completely interchangeable.

• "Hispanic" refers to people from Spain, while "Latino/a/x" refers to people from Latin America.

• "Latino/a/x" is used in the United States, while "Hispanic" is used in Latin America.

• "Hispanic" is a racial term, while "Latino/a/x" is an ethnic term.

Maria's family is originally from Mexico, but she was born and raised in the United States. Which term is more appropriate to describe her identity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both are equally appropriate

• Neither term is appropriate

Juan is from Spain, and Sofia is from Argentina. Which term would be more fitting to describe Juan's identity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both are equally fitting

• Neither term is fitting

In the context of ethnicity and culture, which of the following statements is true?

• "Hispanic" encompasses all people from Latin America.

• "Latino/a/x" encompasses all people from Spanish-speaking countries.

• "Hispanic" and "Latino/a/x" are both limited to people from Latin America.

• "Hispanic" and "Latino/a/x" are only used in the United States.

Javier's family is originally from Puerto Rico, and he was born in New York City. What term would best describe Javier's identity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Neither term is fitting

• Both terms are equally fitting

Which term is generally considered more inclusive when referring to people with origins in Latin America?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both terms are equally inclusive

• Neither term is inclusive

Carlos moved to the United States from the Dominican Republic last year. He identifies as Latino. Which term would likely be more accurate to describe his identity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both terms are equally accurate

• Neither term is accurate

If a person identifies as Brazilian, which term is typically used to describe their ethnicity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both terms are commonly used

• Neither term is used to describe Brazilians

Which of the following statements is a correct inference based on the differences between "Hispanic" and "Latino/a/x"?

• "Hispanic" is a term used only in Latin America.

• "Latino/a/x" includes people from Spain.

• "Hispanic" is a term limited to people in the United States.

• "Latino/a/x" is a term limited to people in Latin America.

Maria was born in Mexico, while her friend Sofia was born in Spain. They both speak Spanish and share similar cultural traditions. Which term would be more appropriate to use when describing their shared cultural identity?

• Hispanic

• Latino/a/x

• Both terms are equally appropriate

• Neither term is appropriate.