History
This Mexican state is where the Battle of Puebla took place on May 5, 1862.
What is Puebla?
Many Americans mistakenly think Cinco de Mayo celebrates this, which actually occurs on September 16.
What is Mexican Independence Day?
This traditional Mexican dish, made with masa and filled with meat or vegetables, is popular on Cinco de Mayo.
What are tamales?
This popular dip, made from mashed avocados, is a Cinco de Mayo party staple.
What is guacamole?
The Mexican army defeated forces from this European country at the Battle of Puebla.
What is France?
TRUE or FALSE: Cinco de Mayo is a major national holiday in Mexico.
What is FALSE? (It's primarily celebrated in Puebla)
Mariachi music traditionally features this many musicians in a group.
What is anywhere between 3-12?
This city in Colorado hosts one of the largest Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the United States.
What is Denver?
This Mexican general led the outnumbered forces to victory at Puebla.
Who is General Ignacio Zaragoza?
This U.S. beverage industry heavily markets around Cinco de Mayo, contributing to its popularity in America.
What is alcohol/liquor?
This colorful paper decoration is often used during Mexican celebrations.
What is papel picado?
This number represents the colors in the Mexican flag often displayed on Cinco de Mayo.
What is three (green, white, and red)?
The French were attempting to collect debts and install this Austrian archduke as Emperor of Mexico.
Who is Maximilian I?
This U.S. state, popularized Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the 1960s.
What is California?
This drink, made with tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur, is a Cinco de Mayo favorite.
What is a margarita?
Street festivals on Cinco de Mayo often feature this spicy pepper-eating competition.
What is a jalapeño eating contest?
The Mexican army was outnumbered by approximately this ratio at the Battle of Puebla.
What is 2 to 1 (or 6,000 vs 12,000)?
The commercialization of Cinco de Mayo in the U.S. began largely in this decade.
What is the 1980s?
This traditional Mexican folk dance from Jalisco features elaborate dresses and footwork.
What is Jarabe Tapatío (Mexican Hat Dance)?
More of this spirit is consumed in the U.S. on Cinco de Mayo than any other day of the year.
What is tequila?