What is Mexican Independence Day?

Mexico's Independence Day is celebrated on

• September 9th

• September 16th

• October 9th

• October 16th

How many years did it take Mexico to start a revolt after the Spanish invaded?

• 100 years

• 200 years

• 300 years

• 400 years

What year did Father Miguel Hildalgo start the Mexican revolt against Spain?

• 1710

• 1810

• 1910

• 2010

When Father Hidalgo heard that he was about to be arrested, he rang a bell and gave a famous speech known as

• The Cry of Mom

• The Cry of Dad

• The Cry of Son

• The Cry of Delores

In the speech"El Grito de Dolores" (Cry of Dolores), Father Hidalgo told Mexicans to fight for

• their freedom and end Spanish rule.

• their freedom and end Mexican rule.

• their freedom and end American rule.

• their freedom and end the Golden rule.

Mexico finally became independent.

• 1811

• 1821

• 1218

• 1128

The Mexican Independence celebration begins

• the night before.

• the day before.

• the week before.

• the month before.

The independence celebration begins when Mexico’s president rings a bell and reads Father Hidalgo’s famous Cry of Dolores. The event ends with three shouts of

• "Viva Italia!"

• "Viva Los Angeles!"

• "Viva México!"

• "Viva Las Vegas!"

Independence Day is one of the biggest holidays in Mexico. Everyone has the day off school or work to celebrate

• with special food, work, school plays, and book readings.

• with special food, music, parades, and cookie eating contests.

• with special food, music, parades, and fireworks.

• with special games, masks, and footwear.

Often, Mexico's Independence Day is confused with _____________, which is celebrated on May 5th. it commemorates the Mexican army's victory over the French in 1862.

• Cinco de Mayo

• Cinco de Abril

• Cinco de Julio

• Cinco de Enero