Which statement about "Cinco de Mayo" is true?
The Mexicans were outnumbered 3 to 1.
The Mexicans gained independence.
The Mexicans beat 3 different armies.
The Mexicans surrendered immediately.
What was the main reason for the invasion of Mexico before the Battle of Puebla?
To support Mexican independence
To conquer the whole continent
To recover unpaid debts
To spread European culture
Who was the Mexican general who led the troops to victory at Puebla?
Antonio López de Santa Anna
Ignacio Zaragoza
Guillermo Jerez
Pepito Sevilla
Which description of "Cinco de Mayo" is the most appropriate?
there is no holiday on this day
a religious holiday
a somber day of remembrance
a local holiday
Which colors are featured on the Mexican flag often displayed during Cinco de Mayo?
red, white, and green
yellow and red
green, blue, and orange
red, white, and blue
Where is Cinco de Mayo celebrated more widely today?
Spain
Mexico
United States
France
Which of these countries invaded Mexico, leading to the Battle of Puebla?
France
Spain
Britain
United States
Which Mexican city is famous for celebrating Cinco de Mayo with a large battle reenactment?
Puebla
Tijuana
Mexico City
Cancun
What historical event does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?
Mexico's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla
The signing of the Mexican Constitution
The end of the Mexican Revolution
Mexico's independence from Spain
True or False: Cinco de Mayo is Mexico’s Independence Day.
True
False
When is the Mexican Independence Day?
July 4th
September 16th
December 6th
May 5th
In which U.S. state is Cinco de Mayo especially popular?
California
New York
Texas
Florida
How long did the battle of "Cinco de Mayo" last?
1 month
1 week
1 year
1 day
What type of dance is often performed during Cinco de Mayo celebrations?
Salsa
Ballet Folklórico
Tango
Flamenco
In what year did the Battle of Puebla take place?
1999
1776
1492
1862
What symbol appears in the center of the Mexican flag?
A star
An eagle holding a snake
A sun
A snake holding an eagle