What is Cinco de Mayo?
It is held on May 5th .
When is Cinco de Mayo held?
In 1862.
In which year was the Battle of Puebla?
In Puebla
Where is it celebrated?
Is eating Mexican food a highlight during the celebrations?
Yes.
True or False, music is also an important part of the Cinco de Mayo celebrations?
True
Which country won the battle dispite having a disadvantage?
Mexico won
They were well equipped and had large troops.
The French
Through parades, speeches, and reenactments of the battle.
How is it celebrated?
Guacamole, tacos, churros,etc
What are some favourites?
Yes.
Do they play Mariachi music?
True or false Cinco de Mayo and the Mexican Independence Day are the same?
False
They had smaller troops and were ill-equipped.
The Mexican Troops
List three U.S cities with notable Cinco de Mayo festivities
Los Angeles, Denver, and Washington D.C
What is mole poblano ?
A Puebla specialty made with, mole sauce, bitter chocolate, and pepitas (pumpkin seeds).
List two genres of music they play during these celebrations
Norteño and Banda music
Why is it celebrated Cinco de Mayo celebrated in other parts of the world?
To celebrate Mexican culture
General Ignacio Zaragoza
Who were the mexican soldiers led by?
Name one thing a Cinco de Mayo parade will feature.
Mariachi bands.
Are these genres known for their upbeat rhythm?
Yes.
Is Cinco de Mayo mainly celebrated in Mexico and The United States?
Yes
They defeated the Mexican army one year later and took over Mexico City but, left three years afterwards.
The French
True or False, do dancers wear traditional mexican clothing and go in floats decorated in the colours of the mexican flag?
True.