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What percentage did the Hispanic population in the United States grow in 2021?
What percentage did the Hispanic population in the United States grow in 2021?
The largest Hispanic group living in the United States is comprised of Puerto Ricans.
The largest Hispanic group living in the United States is comprised of Puerto Ricans.
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What is the significance of the month of September for the Hispanic community in the United States?
What is the significance of the month of September for the Hispanic community in the United States?
It is National Hispanic Heritage Month.
The group that accounts for ___% of the population in Texas is Hispanic.
The group that accounts for ___% of the population in Texas is Hispanic.
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Match the following celebrations with their significance:
Match the following celebrations with their significance:
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Juan Ponce de León arrived in Florida after the establishment of Jamestown in 1607.
Juan Ponce de León arrived in Florida after the establishment of Jamestown in 1607.
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What factor contributed to the largest number of Hispanics born in the U.S. during the 2010s?
What factor contributed to the largest number of Hispanics born in the U.S. during the 2010s?
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What is the difference between the terms 'Hispanic' and 'Latino'?
What is the difference between the terms 'Hispanic' and 'Latino'?
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Which countries celebrate their independence on September 15th?
Which countries celebrate their independence on September 15th?
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A person who is Hispanic is someone who comes from or is a descendant of a Spanish-speaking country.
A person who is Hispanic is someone who comes from or is a descendant of a Spanish-speaking country.
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On which date is Día de la Raza commemorated?
On which date is Día de la Raza commemorated?
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The community has played a significant role in shaping the __________ national character.
The community has played a significant role in shaping the __________ national character.
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What is one way to celebrate Hispanic heritage?
What is one way to celebrate Hispanic heritage?
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Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
Match the following terms with their correct definitions:
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All Latinos are considered Hispanic.
All Latinos are considered Hispanic.
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What events follow the independence day of Central American countries on September 15?
What events follow the independence day of Central American countries on September 15?
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When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?
When is Hispanic Heritage Month celebrated in the United States?
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Abraham Lincoln proclaimed National Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968.
Abraham Lincoln proclaimed National Hispanic Heritage Week in 1968.
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What is the purpose of celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month?
What is the purpose of celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month?
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Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua became independent on __________.
Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua became independent on __________.
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Which state has the highest percentage of Hispanic/Latino population?
Which state has the highest percentage of Hispanic/Latino population?
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Match the following influential Hispanic figures with their contributions:
Match the following influential Hispanic figures with their contributions:
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The slogan for Hispanic Heritage Month in 2024 is 'Pioneers of Change: Building the Future Together.'
The slogan for Hispanic Heritage Month in 2024 is 'Pioneers of Change: Building the Future Together.'
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In what year did Hispanic Heritage Week begin?
In what year did Hispanic Heritage Week begin?
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Study Notes
Hispanic Heritage Month
- Hispanic Heritage Month is celebrated every year from September 15th to October 15th
- The purpose of the celebration is to recognize the contributions of hispanics in the United States
- It was created by the United States Congress in 1968
- Five countries gained independence on September 15th: Costa Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras, and Guatemala
The Hispanic Population in the United States
- In 2021, the Hispanic population in the US grew 19%
- Hispanics make up 19% of the total US population
- Hispanics are the largest racial group in Texas and California
- 60% of the Hispanic population in the US has Mexican ancestry
- More Hispanics were born 👶 in the US during the 2010s than immigrated to the US during the 2000s
- Most Hispanic people living in the US are citizens
Key Hispanic Figures
- Selena Quintanilla is a famous Mexican-American singer
Other Notable Facts
- The official slogan for Hispanic Heritage Month in 2024 was "Pioneros del cambio: construyendo el futuro juntos."
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Explore the significance of Hispanic Heritage Month, celebrated from September 15th to October 15th. Discover the contributions of Hispanics in the United States, key demographic facts, and notable figures in the Hispanic community. Test your knowledge about this important cultural celebration and its history.
