Ponle Acento: A Cultural Movement in MLB

The video discusses the loss of identity among Hispanics in the US, particularly in Major League Baseball (MLB), where many players lose the accent marks on their names. In 2016, MLB launched the Ponle Acento campaign to address this issue, encouraging players to add accents to their jerseys. The movement gained significant traction, involving celebrities and influencing other sports. MLB even added an accent to its logo during Hispanic Heritage Month. The campaign was widely recognized, including by The New York Times, and left a lasting impact on the sport and its cultural representation.

What issue related to Hispanic identity is highlighted in the introduction?

• Loss of traditional foods

• Loss of accent marks in names

• Loss of traditional clothing

• Loss of cultural festivals

What was the main goal of the Ponle Acento campaign launched by MLB?

• To introduce new team mascots

• To increase ticket sales

• To promote new baseball rules

• To restore accent marks on Latino players' jerseys

Which social media platform played a significant role in the Ponle Acento campaign?

• LinkedIn

• Facebook

• Twitter

• Instagram

Which sports league added the accent to their logo during Hispanic Heritage Month?

• NFL

• NBA

• NHL

• MLB

How did the media respond to the Ponle Acento campaign?

• They ignored it

• They criticized it

• They launched a competing campaign

• They praised it and committed to including accents

What was one of the cultural impacts of the Ponle Acento campaign?

• It caused a controversy among players

• It influenced other sports and media to recognize Latino contributions

• It resulted in a decline in baseball viewership

• It led to the creation of a new baseball league

What lasting effect did Ponle Acento have on MLB?

• It changed the rules of the game

• It left a cultural mark for future generations

• It reduced the number of Hispanic players

• It led to a new championship format