History
In what year did the battle of Puebla take place?
A. 1862
B. 1864
C. 1880
What is 1862
This is the name of the celebration that commemorates Mexico's victory over their opponent in the battle of Puebla
What is Cinco de Mayo
What is the official dish of Cinco De Mayo?
A. Tacos
B. Mole Poblano
C. Burritos
What is Mole Poblano
How do you say HAT in Spanish?
A. Camina
B. Calentines
C. Sombrero
What is Sombrero
In which US city is the world's largest Cinco De Mayo celebration?
What is Los Angeles, California
In 2016 the celebration in Los Angeles has over 300,000 people.
Who was the leader of the Mexican military in the battle that marked Cinco De Mayo?
What is General Ignacio Zaragoza
This is the city in Mexico that primarily celebrates Cinco De Mayo.
What is Puebla
True or False - Cinco De Mayo has always been a “drinking holiday”
What is FALSE
Cinco de Mayo didn’t become a drinking holiday until the 1980s, when beer companies began marketing campaigns for Spanish-speaking populations. Beer and tequila are both very popular during Cinco de Mayo celebrations, and in 2016, more beer was purchased on Cinco de Mayo than it was on St. Patrick’s Day. Americans also drink more tequila than any other country.
How do you say freedom in Spanish?
A. Libertad
B. Feliz
C. Independencia
What is Libertad
True or False:
According to the California Avocado Commission, the U.S consumes around 5 thousands pounds of avocados during Cinco de Mayo?
What is False:
81 million pounds of avocados
Which Country was Mexico fighting?
A. Finland
B. Ireland
C. France
What is France
True or False: Some Latino communities in the US don't approve of Cinco de Mayo being celebrated.
What is True:
According to the New York Times. There has been a backlash against Cinco de Mayo celebrations among some Latino communities in the U.S., who object to the holiday’s commercialism and portrayal of Mexican stereotypes
What colors are traditionally associated with Cinco De Mayo?
A. Red, Green, and White
B. Blue, White, and Green
C. Red, White, and Blue
What is Red, Green, and White
Red, green and white are the colors of the Mexican flag, and are often associated with Cinco De Mayo. Green represents hope and victory, white represents unity, and red pays tribute to the national heroes who have fought for Mexico over the years.
How do you say Celebration in Spanish?
A. Fiesta
B. Celebracion
C. Rapido
What is Celebracion
What year did Congress declare Cinco De Mayo an official US Holiday?
A. 2016
B. 1950
C. 2005
What is 2005
Mexico had 2000 troops fight in the battle. What is the number of troops their opponent had?
What is 6000
What activities are most popular during Cinco De Mayo?
What is parades, tacos, and Mexican music
True or False: Cinco De Mayo traditions include parades, recreations of the Battle of Puebla and other festive events.
What is True
How do you say May 5th in Spanish?
What is Cinco De Mayo
Cinco De Mayo is not a federal holiday in the United States.
What is True
offices, banks and stores remain open on this day.
In what city did Mexico win the celebrated battle?
A. Mexico City
B. Puebla
C. Cancun
What is Puebla
True or False: Cinco De Mayo is Mexican Independence Day?
What is False
This is the name of traditional Mexican music that is often played on Cinco De Mayo.
What is Mariachi
How do you say PARTY in Spanish?
A. Bailar
B. Caminar
C. Fiesta
What is Fiesta?
Which has a larger Cinco De Mayo Celebration? Puebla, Mexico or Los Angeles, CA?
What is Los Angeles