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WorksheetsHispanic Heritage Celebration
Total questions: 70
Worksheet time: 35mins
When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated?
July 1st - July 31st
Sep. 15th - Oct. 15th
Nov. 1st - Nov. 30th
May 5th - June 5th
What cultural activity is being depicted in the image celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month?
Cooking
Dancing
Painting
Singing
Why does Hispanic Heritage Month occur during this 30 day period?
Because it is summer
Because many Latin American countries celebrate their national independence days on or near Sep. 15th
Because it is winter
Because it is a holiday season
What is the purpose of Hispanic Heritage Month?
To celebrate the history, culture & contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, Central and South America
To celebrate American Independence Day
To celebrate Christmas
To celebrate New Year
When does Cuba celebrate its national independence?
May 20th
July 4th
January 1st
October 10th
When does Ecuador celebrate its national independence?
May 24th
July 4th
September 16th
August 10th
When do Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua celebrate their national independence?
September 15th
July 4th
October 12th
May 5th
When does México celebrate its national independence?
September 16th
July 4th
May 5th
October 12th
When does Chile celebrate its national independence?
September 18th
July 4th
October 12th
January 1st
When does Perú celebrate its national independence?
July 28th
September 15th
May 5th
October 12th
When does Puerto Rico celebrate its national independence?
July 4th
September 16th
July 25th
October 12th
When does Venezuela celebrate its national independence?
July 5th
April 19th
September 16th
October 12th
When does Argentina celebrate its national independence?
July 9th
May 25th
August 17th
October 12th
When does Colombia celebrate its national independence?
July 20th
August 7th
September 15th
October 12th
Celia Cruz is known as the _________?
Queen of Salsa
Queen of Jazz
Queen of Pop
Queen of Rock
Celia Cruz remained true to her ________ roots after leaving home because of the Cuban Revolution.
Cuban
Mexican
Puerto Rican
Dominican
What is Celia Cruz's famous catchphrase that has become one of the most recognizable symbols of salsa music?
¡Azúcar! ("Sugar!")
¡Baila! ("Dance!")
¡Sabor! ("Flavor!")
¡Ritmo! ("Rhythm!")
Who was the dictator mentioned in relation to the Cuban Revolution that caused Celia Cruz to leave her home?
Fidel Castro
Augusto Pinochet
Francisco Franco
Anastasio Somoza
Where was Rita Moreno born in 1931?
Puerto Rico
Cuba
Mexico
Spain
At what age did Rita Moreno move to New York City from Puerto Rico?
5
8
12
3
Rita Moreno was the first Latina to win an EGOT. What does EGOT stand for?
Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony awards
Emmy, Golden Globe, Oscar, and Tony awards
Emmy, Grammy, Olivier, and Tony awards
Emmy, Grammy, Oscar, and Tony nominations
What was Rita Moreno's breakthrough movie role?
West Side Story 1962 (Anita)
Singin' in the Rain (Kathy Selden)
Breakfast at Tiffany's (Holly Golightly)
My Fair Lady (Eliza Doolittle)
The remake of West Side Story debuted in what year, with Rita Moreno playing Valentina?
2021
2018
2015
2019
What is Puerto Rico known as, where everything grows?
Green Island
Sunshine State
Island of Fire
Land of Lakes
Desert Pearl
What is the name of the small frog that Puerto Rico is known for?
El Coquí
La Rana Verde
El Sapo Azul
La Iguana
What are the giant trees Puerto Rico is known for called?
Las Palmas (Giants)
El Yunque Pines
Cedar Giants
Mango Trees
What is the gentle breeze in Puerto Rico called?
La Briza
El Viento
La Ola
El Sol
What are the public squares in Puerto Rico called?
Las Plazas
Los Jardines
Las Calles
Los Parques
What are the beaches and the Caribbean called in Puerto Rico?
Las Playas y El Caribe
Las Montañas y El Atlántico
Los Bosques y El Pacífico
Las Ciudades y El Mediterráneo
Los Lagos y El Índico
All Spanish Countries like to celebrate as a "______ family".
Big
Small
Quiet
Distant
What is another name for Puerto Ricans?
Boricuas
Gauchos
Cariocas
Chilenos
Puerto Rican people have roots from which three groups?
Tainos, Africans, & Spanish
Mayans, Chinese, & French
Aztecs, Germans, & Italians
Incas, Portuguese, & Dutch
Strength in Puerto Rico comes from which indigenous group?
Tainos (Indians)
Aztecs
Mayans
Incas
Rhythms in Puerto Rico come from which group?
Africanos
Europeos
Asiáticos
Indígenas
Name a traditional Puerto Rican dish made with rice and pigeon peas.
Arroz con Gandules
Mofongo
Tostones
Pastelón
What is the Puerto Rican soup called?
Asopado
Gazpacho
Miso Soup
Tom Yum
What is the Puerto Rican roast pork called?
Lechón
Chicharrón
Tostones
Mofongo
What are the two main seasoning bases in Puerto Rican cuisine?
Sofrito y Sazón
Adobo y Mojo
Chimichurri y Salsa Verde
Curry y Garam Masala
What is the Puerto Rican word for coffee?
Cafecito (Café)
Leche
Jugo
Té
What is the traditional Puerto Rican coconut drink called?
Coquito
Piña Colada
Mojito
Horchata
What is the Puerto Rican fried pork belly called?
Chicharrón
Tostones
Mofongo
Arroz con gandules
What is the tradition of asking elders for a blessing called in Puerto Rico?
Pedir la Bendición (Elders)
Día de los Reyes
La Parranda
El Coquí
What phrase means 'God bless you' in Puerto Rico?
Dios te Bendiga
Buenos días
Hasta luego
Feliz cumpleaños
Cómo estás
Puerto Rico is known for having the ______ Navidad in the world.
Longest
Shortest
Coldest
Quietest
What are the traditional Christmas caroling events called in Puerto Rico?
Parrandas Navideñas
Fiestas de San Juan
Carnavales de Invierno
Bailes de Reyes
What is the holiday celebrating the Three Kings called in Puerto Rico?
Día de los 3 Reyes
Día de San Juan
Día de la Bandera
Día de la Constitución
What is the name for the 8 days after Three Kings Day in Puerto Rico?
Las octavitas
La Semana Santa
El Carnaval
Las Navidades
Vicente Fernández is called “El Rey de la Música Ranchera.” What does this title mean?
The King of Pop
The King of Ranchera Music
The King of Jazz
The King of Salsa
Vicente Fernández became a _______ with his extreme popularity as a singer & actor. (Fill in the blank)
Mexican cultural icon
professional chef
famous painter
Olympic athlete
Messi was born in ________ Argentina.
Buenos Aires
Rosario
Mendoza
Mar del Plata
Messi joined Barcelona in 2005 at the age of ________ years old.
17
15
19
21
Messi plays the position of ________.
forward
goalkeeper
defender
midfielder
Messi is nicknamed "The Flea" or "La Pulga" because of his little size.
True
False
Messi won the 2022 ________ with Argentina.
World Cup
Copa America
Champions League
Euro Cup
Where was Selena Quintanilla born?
Lake Jackson, Texas
San Antonio, Texas
Corpus Christi, Texas
Houston, Texas
What is Selena Quintanilla known as?
The Queen of Pop
The Queen of Cumbia & Tejano Music
The Queen of Jazz
The Queen of Rock
At what age did Selena Quintanilla begin her music career as the lead singer in her family’s band?
9 years old
12 years old
15 years old
7 years old
What was the name of Selena Quintanilla's family band?
Selena y Los Dinos
Los Lobos
La Mafia
Los Tigres del Norte
Who did Selena Quintanilla marry in 1992?
Chris Perez
Abraham Quintanilla Jr.
Pete Astudillo
Ricky Vela
On what date was Selena Quintanilla shot and killed?
March 31, 1995
April 16, 1994
February 3, 1996
May 5, 1995
What is the name of Selena Quintanilla's album that was also a Billboard hit and a 1997 movie?
Dreaming of You
Amor Prohibido
Ven Conmigo
Entre a Mi Mundo
Selena Quintanilla loved fashion and designed her own ________.
clothing
jewelry
cars
paintings
Selena Quintanilla was beloved in which community?
Mexican American community
Japanese community
French community
Russian community
Where was Shakira born?
Barranquilla, Colombia
Madrid, Spain
Los Angeles, USA
Buenos Aires, Argentina
Shakira's parents are from which country?
Lebanon
Brazil
Spain
Mexico
What is the name of Shakira's 2002 single that blended Arabic, Latin, and Rock?
Whenever Wherever
Hips Don't Lie
Underneath Your Clothes
La Tortura
Shakira is a strong music writer for both ______ & ______.
lyrics, music
dance, acting
fashion, sports
painting, sculpture
With which rapper did Shakira collaborate in 2006 for the song 'Hips Don’t Lie'?
Rapper Whitecliff
Jay-Z
Pitbull
Eminem
In 2013, Shakira joined which NBC competition show as one of the judges?
The Voice
America's Got Talent
Dancing with the Stars
The X Factor
Vicente Fernandez's nickname _________.
"Lupe"
"Nick"
"Chente"
"La Pulga"
