Cinco de Mayo Flashcard

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What does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?

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The victory at the Battle of Puebla

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Who was the president of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla?

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Benito Juárez

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Which European country did Mexico defeat at the Battle of Puebla?

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France

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Who led the Mexican forces at the Battle of Puebla?

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Ignacio Zaragoza

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In which year did the Battle of Puebla take place?

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1862

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What is a common misconception about Cinco de Mayo?

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It celebrates Mexican Independence Day.

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Which city hosts one of the largest Cinco de Mayo celebrations in the United States?

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Los Angeles

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What traditional Mexican dish is associated with Cinco de Mayo?

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Mole Poblano

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Which group raised awareness of Cinco de Mayo in the United States during the 1960s?

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Chicano activists

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What was the outcome of the Battle of Puebla for the French forces?

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They retreated after losing nearly 500 soldiers