Mexico Pasaporte Quiz
Who is the president of Mexico?
Andrès Manuel López Obrador
What is Mexico's gov type
Federal presidential representative democratic republic
Describe Mexico's history
Mexico has a rich history of advanced indigenous civilizations whose accomplishments rival those of the Egyptians & early Europeans. They built huge empires, were skilled artisans, and developed accurate calendars. Mayan Empire (around 2000 BC) - built impressive cities in North & Central America; empire fell around 900 A.D. Aztec Empire - last great empire before they were conquered by the Spanish in 1521
When did mexico win Independence
Mexico was one of the 1st countries to revolt against Spain, led by Miguel Hidalgo. Mexico won its independence in 1821. Mexican independence day is September 16th, NOT cinco de mayo
Capital City of Mexico
Mexico, D.F. or La Ciudad de México (Mexico City)
Spanish Name
México [Official Name: Estados Unidos Mexicanos or United Mexican States] Mexico comprises 31 states & 1 federal district (México, Distrito Federal / México, D.F.)
Where is Mexico
North America, just south of the United States
Languages spoken
Official: Spanish, 100 other languages, including Nahuatl (Aztec dialect), Tzotzil, Tzeltal (Mayan)
describe Mexico's economy
Oil & mining industries bring a lot of money in to Mexico but not a lot of jobs The jobs that employ the most people are tourism & farming Mexico is popular for its beautiful beaches & resort destinations Some common crops that people grow & sell for a living are corn, coffee, wheat, fruits, & vegetables
_________________ has greatly influenced Mexican culture, attitudes, & history-- 81% of the population in Mexico is Roman Catholic, although many do not attend church services regularly
The catholic church
The ___________________ is the patron saint of Mexico & a national symbol - In 1523, it's said that she appeared to a poor young man in Guadalupe. To honor this miracle, Mexico celebrates a holiday on December 12th. The ___________________ - the church where her icon is on display - is one of the most visited Catholic shrines in the world
Virgin of Guadalupe, Basilica of Guadalupe
What is unique about the way Spanish is spoken in Mexico
the abundant use of diminutives to express small size, politeness, or endearment (chico → chiquito, abuela → abuelita, etc.)
