La cultura hispana para el examen del

semestreSpanish is most closely related to

the ancient language of Latin.

El dineroOMéxico usa el peso.

OEspaña usa el euro.OGuatemala usa el

quetzal.OPuerto Rico usa el

dólar.OCosta Rica usa el colón.

O Currency exchange rates can fluctuate (can go up or down) on a daily basis.

Para viajarO When it’s summer in the

northern hemisphere, it’s winter in the southern hemisphere.

O Simón Bolivar was “El Libertador” and liberated many South American countries such as: Venezuela, Bolivia, and Colombia from Spanish Rule.

O The ancient Aztecs of México kept track of time using a

huge carved stone calendar known as

the Sun Stone.

O Huipil is the word for colorful, hand-woven blouses by descendants of Spanish immigrants.

O Spanish-speaking countries use the Celsius scale to measure temperature.

O The Running of the Bulls is a popular festival in España.

La escuela y el horarioO Teenagers in Spanish-

speaking countries like to do pretty much the same things you and your friends like to do – dance, play sports, and listen to music.

O Students spend “el recreo” in the patio.O Many schools, both public

and private, require students to

wear school uniforms in

Spanish-speaking countries.

O The Spanish school schedule typically follows “military” time.1 PM = 13:00, 2 PM = 14:00….

O Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz build a library of

several thousand books which became

the meeting place for many

intellectuals of her time.

Los artistas y bailesO Mexican, Frida Kahlo is best

known for her self-portraits.

O Fernando Botero is from Colombia and has a

unique, recognizable style.O La cabassa, maracas, y

claves are typical instruments of the Caribbean.

O The merengue, the tango(de

la Argentina), the flamenco, and the salsa are dances popularin different Spanish-speakingcountries.