Power Hour 62 Cinco de Mayo - Time to Celebrate!

Power Hour 62

Cinco de Mayo - Time to Celebrate!

^{Cinco de Mayo - Time to Celebrate!}

_{Cinco de Mayo means the 5th of May in Spanish. Many people think that Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of Mexican Independence Day. But it isn't. Mexico actually celebrates Independence Day on September 16th. On that day in 1810, Mexico declared independence from Spain.}

They decided the people in Mexico would have their own government instead of being ruled by the Spanish government.

So, what does Cinco de Mayo celebrate? This holiday celebrates a difficult battle with the French. The Mexican army beat the French in the Battle of Puebla on May 5 , 1862. The French thought they would win. After all, they had more people and better weapons. But even with less, the Mexicans were very brave. And they defeated the French. It was a great reason to celebrate!

Today, Cinco de Mayo is more popular in America than it is in Mexico. It hascome to represent much more than the Battle of Puebla. Mexican-Americans celebrate with parades and parties to honor their heritage. It is also a chance for Mexican-Americans to share their culture and traditions with others. On this day, people eat Mexican foods like chalupas. They enjoy Mexican

dance and listen to mariachi music. This music is a special style of Mexican folk music.

Multiple Choice

What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate?

• A. Mexican Independence Day

• B. the number five

• C. Mexico's win against France in the difficultBattle of Puebla

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