Understanding Cinco de Mayo

What is a common misconception about Cinco de Mayo?

• It celebrates the founding of Mexico City

• It is the Mexican New Year

• It commemorates a famous Mexican artist

• It marks Mexico's Independence Day

What is the historical significance of the date September 16th in Mexico?

• It marks the Battle of Puebla

• It is the date of the Grito de Dolores

• It is Mexico's Independence Day

• It commemorates the end of the Mexican-American War

What event does Cinco de Mayo actually commemorate?

• The signing of the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo

• The Battle of Puebla

• The Grito de Dolores

• The end of the Mexican-American War

Which countries initially planned to invade Mexico before the Battle of Puebla?

• Italy, France, and Britain

• Germany, France, and Spain

• Britain, Spain, and France

• France, Spain, and Portugal

Who was the leader of the Mexican forces during the Battle of Puebla?

• Benito Juarez

• Porfirio Diaz

• Ignacio Zaragoza

• Francisco Madero

What was the outcome of the Battle of Puebla?

• The battle was postponed due to weather

• The battle ended in a stalemate

• The French forces won decisively

• The Mexican forces won despite being outnumbered

What was France's intention in the Battle of Puebla?

• To start a monarchy in Mexico

• To establish a trade agreement

• To retrieve stolen artifacts

• To form an alliance with Mexico

Why did Britain and Spain withdraw their plans to invade Mexico?

• The document does not specify

• They never planned to invade

• Because of unforeseen financial difficulties

• Due to diplomatic negotiations

What did President Juarez declare after the Battle of Puebla?

• A day of military service

• A trade embargo against France

• A day of mourning

• A national holiday

What significant effect did the Battle of Puebla have on Mexico?

• It caused political instability

• It fostered national unity

• It spurred educational reforms

• It led to economic reforms