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the anniversary of a battle between the Mexicans and the French
What is Cinco de mayo
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it celebrates an important victory that increased national unity and patriotism
What is the significance of Cinco de mayo
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margaritas made with lime juice, tequila & triple sec
What is a favorite beverage served on Cinco de mayo
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musicians dressed in charro suits that play traditional Mexican music
What are mariachis
100
music
What is essential to any Cinco de mayo celebration
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1862
What is the year the Mexicans won the Battle of Puebla
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Benito Juarez
Who was the president of Mexico
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enchiladas made with rolled tortillas filled with cheese or meat
What is a typical dish served on Cinco de mayo
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¡Viva México!
What is a cry heard after the victory of Puebla & during Cinco de mayo celebrations
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21
What is the number of U.S. states with official celebrations of Cinco de mayo
300
Mexican Independence that took place 50 years earlier in 1810
What is Cinco de mayo often confused with
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the suspension of foreign debt payments
What is the reason for the French invasion
300
a caramel custard often served as a dessert
What is flan
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it celebrates the culture and experiences of Americans of Mexican ancestry
What is the reason for the observance of Cinco de mayo in the United States
300
bailes folklóricos & mariachi
What are examples Mexican music and regional dancing
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General Ignacio Zaragoza from Goliad, TX led the cavalry
What is the Texas connection to Cinco de mayo
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Napoleon III wanted to establish a Latin empire
What is the underlying reason for the invasion of Mexico
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an appetizer to get the party started
What is chips & salsa
400
California
What is the first state to celebrate Cinco de mayo
400
plaza
What is a favorite place in many cities to host special events & celebrations for Cinco de mayo
500
it had rained & was muddy; the Mexicans had the high ground; and they were able to ambush the highly trained & equiped French troops
What are the reasons for the Mexican victory
500
Maximilian I
Who was the emperor of Mexico from 1864 to 1867
500
a fresh fruit drink made with fresh fruit, water, sugar, ice & a little lime juice
What is agua fresca
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1980s
When did the observance of Cinco de mayo really gain popularity in the United States
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Mexican culture, traditional music, food and beverages
What does everyone enjoy most about our Cinco de mayo celebrations