Cinco De Mayo

What does Cinco de Mayo celebrate?

• Mexican Independence Day

• the number five

• Mexico's win against France (Battle of Puebla )

• tamales

What does the text describe?

• how Mexican-Americans celebrate Cinco de Mayo

• why the Battle of Puebla was fought between Mexico and France

• the government Mexicans created after declaring independence from Spain

• the types of weapons used during the battle

Based on this information, what can be concluded about Cinco de Mayo in America?

• In America, the holiday has become a way to honor Mexican soldiers that have died in wars.

• In America, the holiday has become a way to celebrate Mexico's skill in fighting difficult battles.

• In America, the holiday has become a way to celebrate Mexican heritage and culture.

• In America, the holiday has become a way to celebrate the French.

Mexico defeated France in the Battle of Puebla. Why was this win very impressive?

• France had better soldiers and generals. It took a lot of skill to beat them.

• France was fighting from a better location. It took a lot of effort to beat them.

• France had more people and better weapons. It took a lot of bravery to beat them.

• They didn't fight with weapons.

What is the main idea of this text?

• On September 16th, 1810, Mexico declared independence from Spain. They did not want to be governed by Spain.

• Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that celebrates Mexico's win against the French in a difficult battle. But in America, the holiday is more popular as it has become a chance to

  celebrate Mexican heritage and culture.

• France fought Mexico in the Battle of Puebla with more people and better weapons.

  However, the Mexicans were very brave, and they defeated the French with less.