Hispanic Traditions and Dates

What is the Spanish term for Christmas Eve?

• Nochebuena

• Nochebuena

• Nochevieja

• Navidad

What is the English translation of 'Dia de la Raza'?

• Day of the Race

• Day of the Nation

• Race Day

• Day of the People

What is the Spanish term for New Year's Eve?

• Año Nuevo

• Navidad

• Nochevieja

• Cinco de Mayo

When is Fiesta de la Candelaria'?

• February 2nd

• July 25

• February 24

• January 6th

On which date does Nochebuena occur?

• December 25th

• November 24th

• October 24th

• December 24th

Which city hosts the Calle Ocho Festival?

• Chicago

• Los Angeles

• Miami

• New York

What is the significance of 'Dia de la Raza'?

• It is a holiday that celebrates the indigenous peoples of the Americas and the encounter between indigenous people and Europeans.

• It is a holiday that honors Christopher Columbus and his exploration of the Americas.

• It is a holiday that commemorates the independence of Latin American countries.

• It is a holiday that celebrates the European colonization of the Americas.

What is the traditional way of celebrating Nochevieja in Spain?

• Eating 12 grapes at midnight

• Lighting fireworks

• Having a big feast with family and friends

• Watching a special televised event

When is Dia de San Valentin celebrated?

• December 24

• February 14

• March 2nd

• October 12

What is the significance of the Quinceanera?