Battle of Puebla
Which Spanish battle may be considered a parallel—Madrid’s uprising against Napoleon's forces.
The Dos de Mayo (1808)
How do people in Puebla remember the battle?
With battle reenactments, parades, and speeches.
What are the three colors of the Mexican flag?
Green, White, and Red
What traditional Mexican dish consists of corn dough (masa) filled with meats or vegetables, wrapped in corn husks or banana leaves, and steamed?
Tamales
True or False: Cinco de Mayo is a national holiday in all of Mexico.
False
(It is mainly a holiday in the state of Puebla and a bank holiday, but not a full national day like Independence Day).
True or False: The French army had more modern weapons.
True
(They were considered the best-equipped army in the world at the time).
Which city in the USA has a massive celebration?
Los Angeles (though many cities celebrate, LA's is among the largest).
What is the two-day, November celebration honoring deceased loved ones, often misunderstood as a "Mexican Halloween".
Day of the Dead (Día de los Muertos)
What two hills did the Mexicans defend?
Loreto and Guadalupe.
What was the name of the French ruler?
Napoleon III
What is the traditional music genre played?
Mariachi
What is a girl's 15th birthday called? It's celebrated as a rite of passage into womanhood with a lavish party.
Quinceañera
Where was General Zaragoza born?
Texas (In a town that was then part of Mexico).
Approximately how many French soldiers fought?
About 8,000
What is "Mole Poblano" made with (key ingredient)?
Chocolate (and chilies).
How many languages are spoken in Mexico?
In addition to Spanish, more than 60 indigenous languages are spoken throughout the country.
On what date is Mexico's actual Independence Day?
September 16
Approximately how many Mexican soldiers fought?
About 4,500
What year did the Battle of Puebla take place?
1862
Which famous artist is known for her self-portraits and strong connection to Mexican identity?
Frida Kahlo