Hispanic Heritage Month

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When is Hispanic Heritage Month?

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September 15th to October 15th

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When was Hispanic Heritage Month declared?

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1988

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Why does Hispanic Heritage Month begin on September 15th?

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Many Latin American countries have their independence day this day

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Which Latin American countries celebrate their independence day on September 15th?

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Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Costa Rica

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How did Hispanic Heritage Month start?

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Lynden B. Johnson declared it a week in 1968

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What is the oldest Spanish city in the U.S.?

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Saint Augustine

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Where do most Hispanics trace their roots to?

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Spain, Africa, the Americas

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What percentage of Americans are Hispanic?

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17%

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What is the fastest growing minority group in the U.S.?

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Hispanics

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Hispanic Heritage Month is observed throughout the world.

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True