History
Cinco De Mayo represents Mexican resistance against which country?
A. Britain
B. France
C. United States
B. France
The Battle of Puebla, commemorated by Cinco de Mayo, has come to symbolize Mexican resistance to foreign invasion.
In 1862, French troops attempted to establish a monarchy in Mexico to gain influence in North America. The 6,000 French troops sent by Napoleon III outnumbered the ragtag army of Mexicans led by General Ignacio Zaragoza. However, the Mexican troops defeated the French troops and forced them to retreat.
The Battle of Puebla was not a major tactical victory during the war, but it boosted morale and became a symbol of Mexicans’ cultural pride, courage, and resilience.
True or False:
Cinco De Mayo and Mexican Independence Day are separate celebrations?
True.
Cinco de Mayo is commonly confused with Independence Day
Cinco de Mayo celebrates Mexico’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. Mexican Independence Day is celebrated on September 16th. Though the French lost the battle in Puebla they eventually won the war.
In 2013, approximately how much money did Americans spend on beer for Cinco De Mayo?
A. $200 million
B. $400 million
C. $600 million
D. $800 million
C. $600 million
In 2013, Americans spent more than $600 million on beer for Cinco de Mayo, according to Nielsen.
True or False: Individuals in the United States consume more tequila than any other country?
TRUE: Americans drink more tequila than any other country, according to the drinks market analysis firm IWSR.
True or False:
Cinco De Mayo is an official federal Holiday in Mexico?
False
Though many people flock to the streets to buy tacos, for many Mexicans this holiday is a regular day. Banks, offices and stores remain open. But the celebration is mainly observed in Puebla, Mexico and other parts of the country.
Cinco De Mayo honors what Mexican Battle?
A. Battle of Palo Alto
B. Battle of Buena Vista
C. Battle of Monterey
D. Battle of Puebla
D. The Battle of Puebla, commemorated by Cinco de Mayo, has come to symbolize Mexican resistance to foreign invasion.
In 1862, French troops attempted to establish a monarchy in Mexico to gain influence in North America. The 6,000 French troops sent by Napoleon III outnumbered the ragtag army of Mexicans led by General Ignacio Zaragoza. However, the Mexican troops defeated the French troops and forced them to retreat.
The Battle of Puebla was not a major tactical victory during the war, but it boosted morale and became a symbol of Mexicans’ cultural pride, courage, and resilience.
Which US city has the largest street fair for Cinco De Mayo?
A. San Diego
B. New York City
C. San Antonio
D. Los Angeles
D. Los Angeles
Los Angeles has the largest street fair.
Los Angeles’ Fiesta Broadway attracts over 500,000 people to the celebration and has the largest street fair celebration. The multi-block street fair is now rescheduled for June 14th and features mariachis, folkloric dancers, parades, piñatas and lots of tacos.
According to the 2017 PEW Research Center, about how many individuals of Mexican heritage live in the US?
A. 22 million
B. 31 million
C. 36 million
D. 55 million
C. About 36.6 million individuals of Mexican heritage lived in the U.S. in 2017, according to the Pew Research Center. This includes immigrants from Mexico and people who can trace their heritage back to Mexico.
What US state celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a Chihuahua beauty contest, in which they crown a King and Queen Chihuahua?
A. Texas
B. Tennessee
C. Colorado
D. California
C. Colorado
The city of Longmont, Colo., celebrates Cinco de Mayo with a Chihuahua beauty contest, in which they crown a King and Queen Chihuahua.
What kind of alcohol is the most purchased and consumed during Cinco de Mayo?
A. Vodka
B. Rum
C. Tequila
D. Whiskey
C. Tequila
Reports suggest that on Cinco De Mayo, Americans consume a staggering 126 million liters of tequila. According to IWSR—a firm analyzing alcohol market trends—the holiday has helped drive the popularity of the agave-based spirit, with the US consuming more tequila than any other country in the world
In what year was the Battle of Puebla (the battle celebrated for Cinco De Mayo) won by the Mexican Army?
A. May 5th 1840
B. May 5th 1862
C. May 5th 1876
B. On May 5, 1862, the Mexican Army defeated the French Army.
Which president formally brought the Cinco De Mayo celebration to the US?
A. Harry Truman
B. Franklin Roosevelt
C. Calvin Coolidge
D. Herbert Hoover
B. Franklin Roosevelt
President Franklin Delano Roosevelt brought the celebration to the US.
In 1933, President Franklin Roosevelt presented the Good Neighbor Policy - a diplomatic policy to improve relations with Latin American countries. This policy encouraged interactions between the US and Latin America in a peaceful tone. The purpose was to redefine the way Americans perceived Latin Americans and other common stereotypes while maintaining unity. Since then, Cinco de Mayo has been celebrated in the US.
A. 20 million
B. 40 million
C. 60 million
D. 80 million
D. 80 Million
In the past, Americans have consumed more than 80 million pounds of avocados on Cinco De Mayo.
FREEBIE: What is your favorite Mexican Dish?
FREEBIE: What is your favorite Mexican Dish?
What is the official dish of Cinco de Mayo?
A. Chilaquiles
B. Mole Poblano
C. Pozole de Pollo
D. Guacamole & Chips
B. Mole Poblano
This iconic dish from Puebla, Mexico is the most consumed in Puebla. Though guacamole and tacos are popular in the US, this is the official dish of Cinco de Mayo
Name the priest who fought for Mexico's independence.
Who was Padre Miguel Hidalgo.
On which date on which Mexican Independence Day is celebrated?
A. September 1st
B. September 10th
C. September 12
D. September 16
D. September 16.
Approximately how many drinks do Americans drink on Cinco De Mayo?
A. 1.75 drinks
B. 2 drinks
C. 3.5 drinks
D. 7 drinks
C. 3.5 Drinks
Americans drink an average of 3.5 alcoholic beverages each on Cinco de Mayo, according to a survey from Alcohol.org.
What US State hosts an annual Running of the Chihuahuas for their Cinco De Mayo Celebration?
A. Texas
B. Virginia
C. Tennessee
D. Delaware
C. Tennessee hosts a Chihuahua race!
The original Running of the Chihuahuas has been Chattanooga’s Cinco de Mayo tradition for over 12 years. The legendary race now has been copied in Washington DC, Phoenix, Pensacola and other cities. Chihuahua is a breed originated in Mexico and the race has attracted over 1000 racing chihuahuas and over 50,000 visitors.
What decade did Cinco De Mayo celebrations become popular in the US?
A. 1950s
B. 1960s
C. 1970s
D. 1980s
D. 1980s
The holiday crossed over from California into the rest of the United States in the 1950s and 1960s but did not gain popularity until the 1980s when marketers, especially beer companies, capitalized on the celebratory nature of the day and began to promote it.
True or False: Outside of the state of Puebla, Cinco De Mayo is not a widespread celebration for many regions of Mexico?
True
Today in Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is actually a relatively minor holiday, according to History.com. It’s mainly celebrated in the state of Puebla, where the battle occurred, but other parts of the country do not typically mark the day in any major way.
In the United States, on the other hand, Cinco de Mayo has evolved into a more widespread celebration of Mexican culture and traditions. Cities around the U.S. celebrate the holiday with events highlighting traditional Mexican dancing, music and cuisine.
Which US City has the second largest Cinco De Mayo Celebration?
A. San Diego
B. Seattle
C. Denver
D. Portland
C. Denver
Downton Denver has the second largest Cinco de Mayo celebration gathering an estimated 400,000 people. The celebration includes a parade, carnival rides, Chihuahua races, a taco eating contest and a lowrider show. The two-day event at Civic Center Park also features folkloric dancers, two stages with Latino performers, mariachis and some of the most delicious Mexican cuisine in Denver. Though the Celebrate Culture festival is canceled this year due to Covid-19, thousands of people flock to this one-of-a-kind celebration every year.Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Denver, Colorado.
In 2017, New York City lit up the Times Square Ball to resemble what in celebration of Cinco De Mayo?
A. Avocado
B. Lime
C. Mexican Flag
B. Lime
In 2017, the Corona beer company lit up New York City’s famous Times Square Ball to resemble a lime wedge, and hosted a ‘Lime Drop’ to celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
In what year did Cinco De Mayo become a national holiday in the United States?
A. 1998
B. 2001
C. 2005
D. 2008
C. 2005
It became a national holiday in the US in 2005. During the proclamation of the holiday, George Bush said “They‘ve strengthened our economy by opening new businesses and expanding trade. And they have made our nation more hopeful by leading lives of faith and family.” The purpose was to sign a comprehensive immigration bill and reform to secure the immigration laws.“Immigration has made our land a great melting pot of talent and ideas.” mentioned Bush during the Cinco de Mayo celebration speech.