Cinco De Mayo

PART A: What is the central idea of the text?

• A. The Battle of Puebla successfully ended the Franco-Mexican War.

• B. Mexico's debt during the 1800s had a negative impact on the country and its culture.

• C. President Juárez created Cinco de Mayo and is responsible for the holiday's traditions.

• D. Cinco de Mayo has changed over time but continues to be an important celebration of Mexican culture.

PART B: Which detail from the text best supports the answer to Part A?

• A. "The treasury was nearly bankrupt after fifteen years of civil war and two years fighting the United States." (Paragraph 3)

• B. "Cinco de Mayo stands as an important day for Mexican people around the world." (Paragraph 8)

• C. "Cinco de Mayo became a major Mexican American holiday because of Chicano activists in the 1960s." (Paragraph 9)

• D. "Many students learn about the holiday in school and through public festivals." (Paragraph 10)

Which quotation best describes the relationship between the Battle of Puebla and modern-day celebration of Cinco de Mayo?

• A. "The Battle of Puebla is still remembered today with Cinco de Mayo." (Paragraph 8)

• B. "They were inspired by how the Mexican soldiers overcame great odds in the Battle of Puebla."

• C. "These events highlight parts of Mexican culture that come from Puebla." (Paragraph 10)

• D. "It started as a battle in Puebla and later became a holiday about Mexican culture." (Paragraph 12)

How does the author support the idea that Cinco de Mayo is growing in popularity across the United States?

• A. The author explains that Cinco de Mayo is now celebrated by people who are not from Mexican descent.

• B. The author provides examples of how Mexican Americans currently celebrate the holiday.

• C. The author shares a personal experience from a recent Cinco de Mayo celebration.

• D. The author describes cultural traditions that are rooted in Puebla history.

What is the meaning of the word "ragtag" in paragraph 5?

• troubled

• prepared

• disorganized

• independent

What is the author's purpose in paragraph 10?

• A. to persuade readers to celebrate cultural holidays

• B. to highlight the different ways Cinco De Mayo is celebrated

• C. to provide readers with an understanding of Cinco de Mayo

• D. to argue the importance of remembering the Battle of Puebla

The president of Mexico during the late 1800s was named ______________.

What year did the Franco-Mexican war end?

• 1867

• 1687

• 1786

• 1876

The name of the county Mexico could not come to an agreement with.

Have you participated in celebrations in your own community? Compare

and contrast these celebrations with Cinco de Mayo celebrations.