What Do You Know About Cesar Chavez Day? Trivia Quiz

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When is the Cesar Chavez Day?
- March 13
- March 31
- March 11
- March 12
- Option 5

About This Quiz

Cesar Chavez Day is a U. S. Federal commemorative holiday which was proclaimed by President Barack Obama in 2014. The holiday celebrates the birth and legacy of the civil rights and labor movement activist Cesar Chavez on March 31 every year. This short quiz will test your knowledge of what you know about Cesar Chavez Day.

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2.

The United Farm Workers was initially known as?
- National Farm Workers Association
- National Institute for Farmers
- National Farm Wisconsin Association
- National Association of Farmers
Correct Answer

A. National Farm Workers Association

Explanation

The correct answer is National Farm Workers Association. This organization was initially known by this name before it later became the United Farm Workers. The National Farm Workers Association was founded in 1962 by Cesar Chavez and Dolores Huerta to advocate for the rights and improve the working conditions of farm workers in the United States.

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3.

What type of holiday is Cesar Chavez Day?
- Commemorative holiday
- Independence holiday
- None of the above
- Labour holiday
Correct Answer

A. Commemorative holiday

Explanation

Cesar Chavez Day is a commemorative holiday that honors the life and achievements of Cesar Chavez, a prominent civil rights and labor leader. This holiday is observed on March 31st each year in several U.S. states, and it serves as a reminder of Chavez's contributions to the labor movement and his advocacy for the rights of farmworkers. It is not an independence holiday or a labor holiday, making "Commemorative holiday" the correct answer.

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4.

How many children did he have with Helen Fabela?
- 7
- 6
- 8
- 4
Correct Answer

A. 8

Explanation

The correct answer is 8. This implies that he had 8 children with Helen Fabela.

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5.

Which of the following state does not observe Cesar Chavez Day?
- Colorado
- California
- Texas
- Tennessee
Correct Answer

A. Tennessee

Explanation

Tennessee does not observe Cesar Chavez Day.

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6.

When did Barack Obama make a call for a national holiday in Chavez honor?
- 2006
- 2012
- 2010
- 2008
Correct Answer

A. 2008

Explanation

In 2008, Barack Obama made a call for a national holiday in Chavez's honor.

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7.

When did Cesar Chavez move to Los Angeles?
- 1959
- 1960
- 1963
- 1998
Correct Answer

A. 1959

Explanation

Cesar Chavez moved to Los Angeles in 1959.

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8.

Who gave Cesar Chavez Day his significant support?
- Colos Santana
- Colos Santos
- Tracy Brian
- Donald Trump
Correct Answer

A. Colos Santana
9.

What is the name of his paternal grandmother?
- Dorotea
- Camila
- Paula
- Beatrice
Correct Answer

A. Dorotea

Explanation

The correct answer is Dorotea. This suggests that the name of his paternal grandmother is Dorotea.

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10.

When was Cesar Chavez enlisted in the United States Navy?
- 1986
- 1945
- 1946
- 1949
Correct Answer

A. 1946

Explanation

Cesar Chavez was enlisted in the United States Navy in 1946.

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