Cinco de Mayo Quiz

What does 'Cinco de Mayo' translate to in English?

• The Day of the Dead

• The Great Battle

• Mexican Independence Day

• The Fifth of May

Which country did the Mexican army defeat on Cinco de Mayo?

• Germany

• Britain

• France

• Spain

What year did the Battle of Puebla take place?

• 1845

• 1901

• 1810

• 1862

Why did France attack Mexico?

• To help Mexico pay its debts

• To reclaim lost territory

• To establish a new colony

• Mexico was unable to pay its debts to Europe

How many French troops attacked Puebla?

• 2,000

• 4,000

• 8,000

• 6,000

What is NOT a way Cinco de Mayo is celebrated?

• With dancing

• With Mexican food

• With Italian food

• With Mariachi music

Which cities in the U.S. are known for large Cinco de Mayo celebrations?

• New York and Miami

• San Francisco and Atlanta

• Los Angeles and Chicago

• Houston and Phoenix

What does Cinco de Mayo honor?

• Mexican Independence

• The signing of treaties with France

• The end of the French occupation

• The strength and courage at the Battle of Puebla