Cultural Significance of Mexico

What does Cinco de Mayo commemorate?

• Mexico's Independence Day

• The Mexican army's victory over the French

• The founding of Mexico City

• The signing of the Mexican Constitution

What is guacamole made from?

• Apples, bananas, and grapes

• Mashed avocados, onions, tomatoes, and spices

• Rice, beans, and chicken

• Bread, cheese, and ham

What is a traditional food eaten on Cinco de Mayo besides guacamole?

• Pizza

• Churros

• Sushi

• Pancakes

What do the three stripes on the Mexican flag represent?

• Freedom, justice, and equality

• Hope, purity, and the blood of heroes

• Peace, love, and unity

• Strength, courage, and wisdom

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

• The Coat of Arms

• The National Emblem

• The Eagle Crest

• The Aztec Symbol

What is the Jarabe Tapatío also known as?

• The Mexican Hat Dance

• The Salsa Dance

• The Tango

• The Flamenco

What is salsa usually served with?

• Ice cream

• Chips, tacos, burritos, and quesadillas

• Pasta

• Sandwiches

What does the eagle in the Mexican flag's Coat of Arms hold in its beak?

• A branch

• A snake

• A fish

• A flower

Where is the Coat of Arms image from the Mexican flag said to symbolize?

• The founding of Tenochtitlan

• The discovery of America

• The victory at the Battle of Puebla

• The signing of the Mexican Constitution

What is the significance of the Jarabe Tapatío dance?

• It represents modern Mexican culture

• It is a representation of Mexican culture and traditions

• It is a new dance created for Cinco de Mayo

• It is a dance from Spain