Another could I claim to be Hispanic question?

[Anonymous]

Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

[Anonymous]

put down black. that's what lots of trinis would put

[Anonymous]

Here's a question for you:

Brazil is the biggest and most populous country in South America . They do not speak Spanish. Do you think someone who is Brazilian shouldn't be considered Hispanic?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Here's a question for you:

Brazil is the biggest and most populous country in South America . They do not speak Spanish. Do you think someone who is Brazilian shouldn't be considered Hispanic?

They are not Hispanic they are Latino.

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[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

No, it doesn't. You can (and should mark) Hispanic. Good luck.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

Nope, your mom could just as easily be white/indian mix. If your Mom didn't live with Spanish-speaking persons or hail from a Spanish-speaking country, it's wrong...Trinis are more apt to have Portuguese ancestors anyway

[Anonymous]

An honest question, I'm curious, why are you so interested in claiming to be Hispanic?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:put down black. that's what lots of trinis would put

She's not black.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

Nope, your mom could just as easily be white/indian mix. If your Mom didn't live with Spanish-speaking persons or hail from a Spanish-speaking country, it's wrong...Trinis are more apt to have Portuguese ancestors anyway

All Hispanics are a white (or black) & Indian mix.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: An honest question, I'm curious, why are you so interested in claiming to be Hispanic?

And when your parents enrolled you in K-12 public or private school, what did THEY mark as your race?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

Being Hispanic/Latino is not a race, as in what would your genes say.

It's an ethnicity, as in what's your core culture (not just language).

Spent time back in Venezuela? Do you connect with that part of your family, and with other Hispanics, feeling "at home" with them? (Food, music, values...)

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Or more accurately, half Hispanic. My mother was from Trinidad, which is an English speaking country. Her looks were what most people would consider to be Hispanic (family was Venezuelan immigrants who had lived in Trinidad for a few generations). Does it matter that Trinidad is not Spanish speaking? I would think most people would consider all Caribbean/Central/South American countries Hispanic, regardless of the actual language spoken.

Nope, your mom could just as easily be white/indian mix. If your Mom didn't live with Spanish-speaking persons or hail from a Spanish-speaking country, it's wrong...Trinis are more apt to have Portuguese ancestors anyway

All Hispanics are a white (or black) & Indian mix.

not the type of indian I was referencing...you are describing caribs and tainos, I'm talking indian from India

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: An honest question, I'm curious, why are you so interested in claiming to be Hispanic?

Preferential treatment in college admissions obviously.

[Anonymous]

There's not much of a preference at most schools but it honestly doesn't sound to me like you're Hispanic. Trinidad isn't considered Hispanic and, yes, the language spoken matters. Hispanic, by definition, means from a Spanish-speaking country.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote: An honest question, I'm curious, why are you so interested in claiming to be Hispanic?

She's hoping the higher her percentage of Hispanic that she can claim means she looks more attractive in college apps. Which means a tuition break. Clearly heritage wasn't important to her until now