Fractured Spanish and Broken English Quiz

Answer: Tie Gore

The tiger (tigre in Spanish) is considered the largest of the cat species. The familiar black or dark brown stripes on its orange fur are used to camouflage it as it stalks its prey. Even if shaved the large cat would retain its color and stripes due to the hair follicles embedded on the skin.

Answer: Mow Knee

The Spanish word "dinero" derives its name from the Latin word 'denarius" which was the standard silver coin used in ancient Rome. "Money" comes from the Latin word "moneta" which means "coin". The word is connected to the Roman goddess Juno. The Roman mint was reportedly located at or near her temple. The hint refers to Johnny CASH known as the man in black.

Answer: Sand Tack Laws

"Noel" is traced back to the Latin word "natalis" which means birth. The Spanish name, Papa Noel, translates to Father Christmas in English. The traditional western image of Santa Claus being a jolly, bearded man with a red fur-lined suit originated in America in the 19th century. This depiction has been ingrained in culture through songs, movies and other media forms.

Answer: Hay Mensch Ease

Ham and cheese ("Jamon y Queso" in Spanish) is a popular sandwich in the Latin and Spanish culture. "Queso" is the Spanish word for cheese and can refer to all types of cheeses. However, sometimes the word is used to specifically refer to "chili con queso" (Chile with cheese) which is melted cheese spiced with chili peppers.

This type of queso is usually served as a side dish with tortilla chips.

Answer: Jay Gnu Weary

Both the Spanish word "Enero" and the English word "January" are named to honor Janus, the Roman god of doors and gateways. He is associated with beginnings. January is considered the coldest month of the year in the Northern Hemisphere and the hottest month of the year in the Southern Hemisphere.

Answer: Noose Pay Poor

In English "periodical" refers to any form of printed media that appears at regular intervals (daily, weekly etc.), while the Spanish word "Periodico" refers to a newspaper. In Spanish "Publicación" (publication) refers to any form of printed media (magazine, newspaper etc.). While disputed, some newspaper historians consider the "Gazeta de Barcelona" as the world's oldest Spanish newspaper.

It began in 1641. Others consider the" "Gaceta de Madrid" as the oldest (1661).

In 1665 the Oxford Gazette (later called the London Gazette) began publication, laying claim as the oldest English language newspaper.

Answer: Rye Send Cheek And

Arroz y pollo (Rice and chicken) also called Arroz con pollo (rice with chicken), is a traditional Latin American dish. While many Latin American countries claim they are the birthplace of the tasty dish, most historians trace the dish back to the Moors who traded goods with Spain in the 700s.

Many of the ingredients in the dish like cumin, coriander and saffron, are known to be a part of Moorish culture before being introduced in Spain. Although recipes differ by region most recipes include chicken, rice, beer, chicken or vegetable stock, sofrito, along with the saffron, cumin and coriander to add spiciness to the dish.

Answer: May Reek Wrist Mess

"Feliz Navidad" is Spanish for "Merry Christmas." In Spanish, the word "feliz" means happiness and comes the Latin word "felix" meaning "happy" or "fertile". "Navidad" comes from the Latin "nativitas" meaning birth. This is where we get the English words "nativity" and "natal".

The Spanish phrase was made popular in English speaking cultures by the hit Christmas song "Feliz Navidad", which was recorded in 1977 by Jose' Feliciano.

Answer: Ka West Shins

"Preguntar" is Spanish for "to ask" or "to question". "Pedir" is also translated "to ask" but they are not interchangeable. "Preguntar" is used when asking for information. "Pedir" is used when asking for an object or a favor. "Preguntas" is Spanish for "questions".

Answer: Eye Scream

"Helado" comes from the Latin word "gelatus" which means "to freeze". Other Spanish words from the root word include "hielo" (ice) and "gelatina" (gelatin). While no one knows the exact origin of ice cream, it can be traced back to 400 BC in Persia. Reportedly the first ice cream parlor opened in New York City in 1776.

Originally the treat was called "iced cream" but over time the "d" was dropped.