Hispanic Heritage Month Quiz

When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?

• September 1st – October 1st

• September 15th – October 15th

• October 1st – November 1st

• October 15th – November 15th

Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions of people from which geographical region?

• Africa

• Europe

• Asia

• Latin America

Which significant day marks the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month?

• Mexican Independence Day

• Cinco de Mayo

• Christmas

• Thanksgiving

Which iconic painter, known for her realist fantasy work, was of Hispanic origin and is celebrated during this month?

• Frida Kahlo

• Pablo Picasso

• Salvador Dali

• Vincent van Gogh

Who was the first Hispanic American to serve as a United States Supreme Court Justice?

• Sonia Sotomayor

• Ruth Bader Ginsburg

• Elena Kagan

• Clarence Thomas

Which Latin dance, characterized by its lively rhythm and hip movements, originated in the Dominican Republic?

• Merengue

• Jazz

• Ballet

• Hip-Hop

Which Hispanic American astronaut became the first Latino person to travel to space?

• Ellen Ochoa

• Jose Hernandez

• Franklin Chang-Diaz

• John L. Phillips

Which famous Puerto Rican singer is often referred to as the “Queen of Salsa”?

• Celia Cruz

• Shakira

• Gloria Estefan

• Selena Gomez

The celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month begins on September 15th, which is the anniversary of the independence of several Latin American countries. Which country’s independence is not celebrated on this date?

• Brazil

• Costa Rica

• Italy

• Germany

Which Hispanic American civil rights leader co-founded the United Farm Workers union and fought for the rights of agricultural laborers?

• Dolores Huerta

• Cesar Chavez

• Frida Kahlo

• Oscar Romero