Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration In United States Quiz
During this Hispanic Heritage Month, the American nation celebrates the contributions of Americans who have Latin roots. Events of this month started in the late 1980s. The independence of Latin American countries marks the beginning of this month. Take this Hispanic Heritage Month Celebration In United States Quiz to test your knowledge of Hispanic heritage. Are you ready to test your knowledge? Take the quiz now to find out how much you really know.
- 1.
When did the celebration generally start?
- A.
August
- B.
September
- C.
October
- D.
November
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B. SeptemberExplanation
The celebration generally starts in September.Rate this question:
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- 2.
When did the celebration ends?
- A.
September
- B.
October
- C.
November
- D.
December
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B. OctoberExplanation
The celebration ends in October.Rate this question:
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- 3.
When was the celebration recognized legally in the United States?
- A.
1970
- B.
1968
- C.
1991
- D.
1978
Correct Answer
B. 1968Explanation
The celebration was recognized legally in the United States in 1968.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Who was at the helm of affairs when the celebration was legalized?
- A.
President Lyndon Johnson
- B.
President Donald Trump
- C.
President Barrack Obama
- D.
President Bill Clinton
Correct Answer
A. President Lyndon JohnsonExplanation
President Lyndon Johnson was at the helm of affairs when the celebration was legalized.Rate this question:
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- 5.
Where was the celebration first held?
- A.
Washington
- B.
Texas
- C.
Florida
- D.
California
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D. CaliforniaExplanation
The celebration was first held in California.Rate this question:
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- 6.
When was the first colonial settlement in North America founded?
- A.
1709
- B.
1528
- C.
1903
- D.
1513
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D. 1513Explanation
The first colonial settlement in North America was founded in 1513. This refers to the establishment of the Spanish settlement of St. Augustine in Florida by Juan Ponce de León. This marked the beginning of European colonization in what is now the United States.Rate this question:
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- 7.
Who sponsored the legislaion that established the celebration?
- A.
Ted Leonard
- B.
James Smith
- C.
Edward Roybal
- D.
Bob Edward
Correct Answer
C. Edward RoybalExplanation
Edward Roybal is the correct answer because he sponsored the legislation that established the celebration.Rate this question:
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- 8.
Which of these countries is odd as far as the celebration is concerned?
- A.
Honduras
- B.
Mexico
- C.
Nicaragua
- D.
Guatemala
Correct Answer
B. MexicoExplanation
Mexico is the odd country as far as the celebration is concerned because it is the only country among the options that celebrates the Day of the Dead, a unique and distinctive tradition. The other countries mentioned do not have this specific celebration.Rate this question:
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- 9.
When was the amended bill for the celebration signed into law?
- A.
March 10, 1985
- B.
January 23, 1980
- C.
May 12, 1989
- D.
August 17, 1988
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D. August 17, 1988Explanation
The amended bill for the celebration was signed into law on August 17, 1988.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Who was the first president to implement the 30-day long celebration in the bill?
- A.
President Esteban Torres
- B.
President George Bush
- C.
President Paul Simon
- D.
President Ronald Reagen
Correct Answer
D. President Ronald ReagenExplanation
President Ronald Reagan was the first president to implement the 30-day long celebration in the bill.Rate this question:
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