What's The Difference Between 'Hispanic' And 'Latino?'

The video explains the demographic presence of over 62 million Latinos and Hispanics in the US, highlighting the differences between the terms Hispanic and Latino. It provides personal insights and examples to clarify these terms, such as the distinction between people from Spain and Brazil. The video also discusses community perspectives on these labels and the emerging term Latinx, emphasizing the importance of asking individuals about their preferred terms.

According to the 2020 census, what proportion of the US population is made up of Latinos and Hispanics?

• One in three

• One in four

• One in five

• One in ten

What is the primary criterion for someone to be considered Hispanic?

• Speaking Portuguese

• Being born in Spain

• Having family ties to a Spanish-speaking country

• Being from a Latin American country

Which of the following countries would a person be considered both Hispanic and Latino?

• Portugal

• Honduras

• Spain

• Brazil

Why might someone from Brazil be considered Latino but not Hispanic?

• Because Brazil is a Spanish-speaking country

• Because Brazil is not in Latin America

• Because the main language in Brazil is Portuguese

• Because Brazil is in Europe

What percentage of Hispanic and Latino adults prefer the term Latinx according to a Gallup poll?

• 10%

• 15%

• 20%

• 4%