Hispanic Heritage Month Quiz

Who first designated Hispanic Heritage Week, later expanded to a full month in 1988?

• President Ronald Reagan

• President Lyndon Johnson

• President Jimmy Carter

• President George H.W. Bush

What time of year is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?

• Between August 15 - September 15

• Between September 15 - October 15

• Between October 15 - November 15

• Between November 15 - December 15

What is the main focus of Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations?

• Recognizing the culture, achievements, and contributions of Hispanic and Latin Americans

• Celebrating American independence

• Promoting global peace

• Honoring military veterans

What is the difference between the terms "Hispanic" and "Latino"?

• Hispanic refers to Portuguese-speaking populations, while Latino refers to those from Europe

• Hispanic refers to Spanish-speaking populations, while Latino refers to those from Latin America

• Hispanic refers to Latin American populations, while Latino refers to those from Spain

• Hispanic and Latino are interchangeable terms

Which regions are included in Latin America?

• North America, Europe, and Asia

• South America, Mexico, Central America, and Spanish-speaking Caribbean islands

• Africa, Australia, and Antarctica

• The Middle East and North Africa

In which year was Ellen Ochoa selected by NASA for the astronaut program?

• 1985

• 1990

• 1995

• 2000

What was the name of the space shuttle mission Ellen Ochoa participated in during April 1993?

• STS-56 mission of the space shuttle Discovery

• STS-45 mission of the space shuttle Atlantis

• STS-61 mission of the space shuttle Endeavour

• STS-51 mission of the space shuttle Columbia

When did Ellen Ochoa become the first Hispanic woman to serve as NASA's Director?

• 2005

• 2010

• 2013

• 2015

Where did Ellen Ochoa obtain her Master's degree in electrical engineering?

• Harvard University

• Stanford University

• MIT

• Caltech

What role did Ellen Ochoa hold in NASA before becoming the Director?

• Chief Engineer

• Deputy Director

• Mission Specialist

• Flight Director