Mexican Culture and Traditions

What is Cinco de Mayo celebrated for?

• Mexico's Independence Day

• Mexican army's victory over the French

• The founding of Mexico City

• The end of the Mexican Revolution

Which traditional food is made from mashed avocados, onions, tomatoes, and spices?

• Salsa

• Churros

• Guacamole

• Tacos

What are churros?

• A type of salsa

• Long, fried dough pastries coated in cinnamon and sugar

• A traditional Mexican dance

• A type of guacamole

What does the green stripe on the Mexican flag represent?

• Purity

• Hope

• Blood of heroes

• Independence

What is the Jarabe Tapatío also known as?

• Mexican Salsa Dance

• Mexican Hat Dance

• Mexican Flag Dance

• Mexican Independence Dance

What is the image in the center of the Mexican flag?

• A cactus with a snake

• An eagle standing on a cactus with a snake in its beak

• A sombrero

• A maraca

What does the red stripe on the Mexican flag represent?

• Hope

• Purity

• Blood of heroes

• Independence

What is salsa usually served with?

• Ice cream

• Chips

• Bread

• Rice

What does the white stripe on the Mexican flag represent?

• Hope

• Purity

• Blood of heroes

• Independence

What is the significance of the Jarabe Tapatío dance?

• It represents Mexican independence

• It symbolizes the founding of Mexico City

• It is a representation of Mexican culture and traditions

• It commemorates the Battle of Puebla