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Question 1

Hispanic&Latinx arts have heavily impacted the US. What was the first primarily-Spanish-spoken song to top music charts?

Accepted Answer

"La Bamba" by Ritchie Valens

Question 2

In 1968, Hispanic Heritage Week was celebrated for the first time. When did this become a month-long celebration?

Accepted Answer

1988

Question 3

National Hispanic and Latinx Heritage month is celebrated when?

Accepted Answer

September 15 - October 15

Question 4

These songs are primarily sung in Spanish, except for

Accepted Answer

"Viva la Vida" by Coldplay

Question 5

What is the second most widely spoken language in the U.S? Influencing everything from music to everyday vernacular.

Accepted Answer

Spanish

Question 6

Hispanics will be the largest ethnic minority group in the 2020 electorate. What percentage of voters do they represent?

Accepted Answer

13%

Question 7

"Latino" and "Hispanic" refer to people in the US with roots in Latin America, Spain, Mexico, South America, & Caribbean

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

By 2050, Hispanics/Latinos are expected to represent approzimately what percentage of the US population?

Accepted Answer

30%

Question 9

Hispanic/Latinx artists have shaped Western art and culture. Which of these are not a famous Hispanic/Latinx artist?

Accepted Answer

Cheri Samba

Question 10

Hispanics and Latinos represent the largest ethnic minority group in the US.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 11

Hispanics/Latinos are more likely to complete boot camp, finish their military service, & reenlist than any other group.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 12

Which is a greeting not typically used in Hispanic/Latinx culture when greeting a friend or acquaintance?

Accepted Answer

high five

Question 13

In Hispanic/Latinx culture, people typically have a larger personal space when socializing compared to non-Hispanics.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 14

In Hispanic/Latinx culture, specifically Mexican culture, people typically only have one surname (last name).

Accepted Answer

False

Question 15

Approximately what percentage of the US Armed Forces are Hispanic or Latino?

Accepted Answer

more than 18%

Question 16

Hispanic/Latinos represent the largest ethnic minority group. Approximately how many people identify as Hispanic/Latinx?

Accepted Answer

about 60 million

Question 17

Latin American countries Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras & Nicaragua declared independence on Sep 15, 1821.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 18

Which of these is not a popular Hispanic/Latinx music artist in the US?

Accepted Answer

Elvis Presley ("King of Rock and Roll")

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