In Brazil, Capoeira was first first developed by African slaves in the 1800's as a form of self defense.

The most famous Carnival celebration takes place in Rio de Janerio, Brazil, and people will plan for months or even years to get ready for this occasion.

One current issue with favelas in Brazil is that drug lords often own favelas, and drug use and other illegal activity has increased.

A man or woman who is Hispanic may live in the United States and have Spanish as a first or second language.

[Pictured is Associate Justice Sonia Sotomayor, who is of Puerto Rican descent]

Frida Khalo, was born and lived in Mexico, is one of the most famous Latino artists of all time.

The idea of machismo in Latin America has contributed to sexism and violence against women.

Patrilineality in Latin America has sprouted because of the strong belief that all men must have machismo.

Quinceañeras are a very big event, and families may start planning 6-18 months in advance for the celebration.

In Brazil, religions are very diverse and syncretic. In recent years, there has been an increase in Neo-Pentecostal churches, which is a combination of Pentecostal and Charismatic churches.