5 de Mayo Battle Quiz

In which year did the 5 de Mayo battle occur?

• 1862

• 1848

• 1870

• 1855

Which two countries were involved in the battle?

• Mexico and France

• Mexico and Spain

• United States and France

• United States and Mexico

How many French troops were involved?

• 6,000

• 4,000

• 8,000

• 10,000

Which country celebrates it more, Mexico or the United States?

• United States

• Mexico

• Both equally

• Neither

What is the Mexican folk music people listen to on that day?

• Mariachi

• Salsa

• Tango

• Flamenco

Since when has Mexico been independent from Spain?

• 1810

• 1821

• 1836

• 1848

What did France see as an opportunity to invade?

• Economic instability

• Political unrest

• Military weakness

• Natural resources

In which two U.S. cities is 5 de Mayo most popular?

• New York and Miami

• Los Angeles and Chicago

• San Francisco and Houston

• Dallas and Phoenix

What does 5 de Mayo honor in the Mexican community?

• Mexican Independence

• Battle of Puebla

• Revolution Day

• Constitution Day

Cinco de Mayo celebrates the Mexican victory over which country?

• Spain

• United States

• France

• Portugal