Cultural Celebrations Quiz

What is celebrated on Cinco de Mayo in San Antonio, Texas?

• The bravery of the Mexican army

• The independence of the United States

• The discovery of America

• The end of World War II

What is one activity people do during Cinco de Mayo in San Antonio?

• Play in a mariachi band

• Watch fireworks

• Go on a parade

• Light candles

What do people from all over the world bring to the United States?

• Their culture, heritage, and customs

• Their pets and plants

• Their cars and houses

• Their clothes and shoes

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of ...

• the victory of the Mexican army over the French at the Battle of Puebla.

• Mexico's independence from Spain

• the victory of the Mexican army over the Spanish at the battle of Mexico City.

Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexicans winning a fight against soldiers from which country?

• France
• Spain
• Guatemala

Which of the following is a traditional activity that takes place during Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Mexico?

• Fireworks display

• Parades featuring mariachi music

• Trick-or-treating

• Ice skating

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On Cinco de Mayo, people often wear...

• Green Hats

• Festive and Traditional Mexican Attire

• Animal Costumes

Who primarily celebrates Cinco de Mayo in the United States?

• Native Americans

• Mexican Americans

Jazz is a big part of community life in New Orleans.

• True

• False

On Chinese New Year, a special dragon is carried down the street by more than 100 people during the parade.

• True

• False