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On what day is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
May 5
What is the most popular fruit on Cinco de Mayo?
Avocado
What is the name of the hat that is worn by some people on Cinco de Mayo?
Sombrero
What music is associated with Cinco de Mayo?
Mariachi
What English word is used for someone who speaks two languages?
Bilingual
What does Cinco de Mayo mean?
"fifth of may"
What is the most popular drink on Cinco de Mayo?
Tequila / Margaritas
What type of clothing do women traditionally wear on the holiday?
Pico Skirts
Coloring, long, flowing skirts
What is a famous liquor that is preferred on Cinco de Mayo?
Tequila
What does the Spanish word "amor" mean?
Love
What country has the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration?
The United States of America
What is a food that is in a shell filled with beef, sour cream, lettuce, tomatoes, and other different toppings?
Tacos
What type of clothing do men traditionally wear on the holiday?
Trousers and a shirt with a sombrero and/or a brightly colored, woven, fringed shawl.
Cinco de Mayo is known for food, music, and dancing. What is the most well-known Mexican Dance?
The "Jarabe Tapatio", better known as the "Mexican Hat Dance"
What is the capital of Mexico?
"La Ciudad de Mexico" (Mexico City)
True or False? Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexico's Independence, just like the Fourth of July is for the United States.
False.
What is the official name for a salsa containing tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lime, etc.?
Pico de Gallo
What is a sleeveless garment with unsewn sides and a space for the head to pass through?
Poncho
What popular game is played on Cinco de Mayo?
Loteria
*Picture style of bingo*
What is the Spanish word for a popular kind of round flat bread?
Tortilla
How long did the Battle of Puebla last?
Less than four hours.
What is the official holiday dish for Cinco de Mayo?
Mole Poblano
This dish is a sauce made with as many as 20 ingredients, including chocolate and chilies. Traditionally, served over turkey.
What celebration is held for a girl's 15th birthday? And what does she wear?
Quinceanera
Dress
What is the highlight animal of the Cinco de Mayo celebration in Chandler, Arizona?
Chihuahuas
Chihuahua themed parades, pageants, and races.
What is the name of a paper ornament that is struck until candy falls out of it?
Pinata