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Mexico gained its independence from Spain

Who did Mexico gain its independence from?

100

This stripe on the flag represents the blood of the Mexican heroes.

What does the red color on the Mexican flag represent?

100

This speech was delivered by Father Hidalgo to inspire the Mexicans to fight against the Spanish for independence

What was the
“Cry of Dolores” speech?

100

the capital city of this country is Mexico City

What is the capital of Mexico?

100

This holiday in Mexico is celebrated by having a day off from work and school. There are parades, parties, and fireworks.

How is Independence day celebrated?

200

This day is celebrated as the day of Mexican independence; this is the date the war began

What happened on September 16?

200

This stripe on the flag represents independence from Spain and Hope for the future.

What does the green stripe on the flag represent?

200

He was a famous leader in the Mexican fight for independence

Who was Father Miguel Hidalgo?

200

The history of this tasty treat dates back to the Aztec Empire in Central America during the 1500s. Avocados were a favorite fruit in the area, and the Aztecs loved their “ahuaca-mulli” or avocado-mixture.

What is guacamole?

200

These are very common plants in Mexico, because they can survive for a long time without rain. They come in all shapes and sizes.

What is a cactus? 

300

This tasty treat originated in Mexico, where the Aztecs and Mayans first cultivated the cacao plant thousands of years ago. They typically enjoyed it as a drink, and they used the beans as currency.

What is Chocolate?

300

This stripe on the flag represents unity among the Mexican people.

 What does the white stripe on the Mexican flag represent?

300

She was a very famous Mexican artist. She used lots of lovely bright colors in her paintings and created many self-portraits

Who was Frida Kahlo?

300

Mexico is located in the southern part of North America. It shares borders with the United States, Guatemala and Belize. Mexico also has two coastlines: one on the Pacific Ocean and the other on the Atlantic Ocean on the Gulf of Mexico.


Where is Mexico

300

 This country has 31 states

How many states does Mexico have?

400

Located in the Yucatán Peninsula, this site is famed for its massive pyramid.

What is Chichén Itzá?

400

This symbol refers to what the Aztecs saw in their crops as a sign to settle and build their great city. 

What does the eagle on the flag mean?

400

Guadalupe Victoria was which president of Mexico

Who was the first president of Mexico?

400

This popular Mexican resort area's name translates as "Nest of Snakes"?

What is Cancun?

400

Spanish is the most spoken language in Mexico.

What language is spoken in Mexico

500

The meaning of this cry is, “Long live Mexico!”

What does “¡Viva Mexico!” mean?

500

1968

What year was the current flag was adapted?

500

He was a famous professional soccer player

Who was Hugo Sánchez?

500

This instrument is found all throughout Mexico and other Latin American countries. They are percussion instruments, which means they are shaken to make a noise. They are often decorated with pretty designs - have a go at making and decorating your own!

What is a Maraca? or What are Maracas?

500

Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador is an important political figure

Who is Mexico's current president?

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