Cinco De Mayo

What has Cinco de Mayo become in America?

• A day for Mexican Americans to honor their heritage and share their culture and traditions

• A day for Americans to celebrate Mexican independence

• A day for Mexican Americans to forget their heritage

• A day for Americans to learn about Mexican culture

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What event is Cinco de Mayo a commemoration of?

• Mexican Independence Day

• Battle of Puebla

• French Revolution

• American Civil War

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What are some common elements of the celebration of Cinco de Mayo?

• Parades and parties

• Chinese food and dance

• Italian music and mariachi bands

• Indian food and Bollywood dance

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What does the word 'celebrates' mean?

• Honoring an event or achievement

• Ignoring an event or achievement

• Forgetting an event or achievement

• Disrespecting an event or achievement

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What event does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?

• Mexican Independence Day

• Battle of Puebla

• French Revolution

• American Civil War

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