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What is inside Miami's Freedom Tower?
What is inside Miami's Freedom Tower?
Cuban American Museum
What occurs during Fiesta San Antonio?
What occurs during Fiesta San Antonio?
It is a 10-day celebration with food, music, and parades that honors the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of Jacinto.
Who votes for the winners of Los Premios Juventud?
Who votes for the winners of Los Premios Juventud?
Teens
What is Xavier Cortada's heritage?
What is Xavier Cortada's heritage?
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What can people do at San Antonio's Paseo del Río?
What can people do at San Antonio's Paseo del Río?
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Give an example of a Tex-Mex dish and a Mexican dish.
Give an example of a Tex-Mex dish and a Mexican dish.
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When do people generally use cascarones and what do they do with them?
When do people generally use cascarones and what do they do with them?
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What can people do in San Antonio's El Mercado and Miami's Calle Ocho?
What can people do in San Antonio's El Mercado and Miami's Calle Ocho?
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What is Chichén Itzá and what can you find there?
What is Chichén Itzá and what can you find there?
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What are zócalos?
What are zócalos?
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What do many students in Mexico and the Dominican Republic wear to school?
What do many students in Mexico and the Dominican Republic wear to school?
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Who are three famous Mexican muralists?
Who are three famous Mexican muralists?
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When do Mexican students attend school?
When do Mexican students attend school?
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How did indigenous cultures influence Frida Kahlo?
How did indigenous cultures influence Frida Kahlo?
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What can you find in Mexico City's National Museum of Anthropology?
What can you find in Mexico City's National Museum of Anthropology?
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Why is tourism important in the Dominican Republic?
Why is tourism important in the Dominican Republic?
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What is El Yunque and what can you find there?
What is El Yunque and what can you find there?
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What is a popular cold treat in Puerto Rico?
What is a popular cold treat in Puerto Rico?
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What can you find at Plaza de Colón?
What can you find at Plaza de Colón?
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Describe some popular foods from Puerto Rico and El Salvador.
Describe some popular foods from Puerto Rico and El Salvador.
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Study Notes
Miami's Freedom Tower
- Houses the Cuban American Museum, celebrating Cuban heritage in Miami.
Fiesta San Antonio
- A 10-day celebration featuring food, music, and parades.
- Honors the heroes of the Alamo and the Battle of Jacinto.
- La Villita, the city’s oldest neighborhood, hosts many festival events.
Los Premios Juventud
- Winners are voted on by teens, highlighting youth culture and interests.
Xavier Cortada
- Noted for his Cuban heritage, reflecting his cultural background in art.
San Antonio's Paseo del Río
- Offers dining at waterfront restaurants, riverboat rides, and scenic strolls along the river.
Tex-Mex vs. Mexican Cuisine
- Tex-Mex examples include nachos, fajitas, and chili con carne.
- Mexican dishes feature corn tortillas, white cheese, black beans, and various meats.
Cascarones
- Painted eggs filled with confetti, popular during Easter and Fiesta San Antonio.
- Breaking them over someone’s head is believed to bring good luck.
El Mercado and Calle Ocho
- In San Antonio: a vibrant gathering place with amusement parks, museums, and traditional Mexican food.
- In Miami: Calle Ocho is a lively area in Little Havana with Cuban cuisine and culture.
Chichén Itzá
- Ruins of an ancient Mayan city, featuring structures for worship, sports, and astronomy.
- Notable for the pyramid of Kukulcan, used as a temple.
Zócalos
- Town squares common in Mexico and other Spanish-speaking countries, also known as plazas.
School Uniforms in Mexico and the Dominican Republic
- Students typically wear uniforms in both public and private schools.
Famous Mexican Muralists
- Diego Rivera, José Orozco, and David Alfaro Siqueiros are renowned for their impactful murals.
Academic Calendar in Mexico
- Students attend school from the end of August until June, with breaks in December and April.
Frida Kahlo's Influences
- Strongly influenced by Mexico's indigenous cultures in her art and clothing, often wore traditional attire.
National Museum of Anthropology, Mexico City
- Home to artifacts from indigenous cultures of Mexico, featuring the 25-ton Piedra del Sol (Sun Stone).
Tourism in the Dominican Republic
- Plays a crucial role in the nation’s economy.
El Yunque
- The only tropical rainforest managed by the US Forest Service, showcasing diverse ecosystems.
Popular Cold Treat in Puerto Rico
- La piragua: a refreshing shaved ice treat topped with fruit syrup.
Plaza de Colón
- Attracts both tourists and locals, featuring a statue of Christopher Columbus and plaques commemorating his achievements.
Culinary Traditions of Puerto Rico and El Salvador
- Puerto Rico: La cocina criolla blends Spanish, African, and indigenous influences; popular dishes include tostones, alcapurrias, and bacalaitos.
- El Salvador: Known for pupusas (corn tortillas filled with beans, pork, and cheese) and semita (sweet bread with pineapple marmalade).
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