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During what decades did Cinco de Mayo celebrations become popular in the U.S.?

1920-1930

1950-1960

1980-1990

2000-2010

What other holiday is Cinco de Mayo most frequently confused with?

Mardi Gras

Day of the Dead

4th of July

Mexican Independence Day

In what country is Cinco de Mayo most widely celebrated?

Mexico

United States of America

Spain

France

On May 5, 1862 a Mexican militia unexpectedly defeated the French in what battle?

Battle of Puebla

Battle of the Alamo

Battle of Palo Alto

Battle of Buena Vista

How many men made up the Mexican militia that defeated the French in the battle on May 5, 1862?

500

1500

2000

6000

What is the most popular food eaten on Cinco de Mayo in Mexico?

Tacos

Taquitos

Tamales

Mole Poblano

What was the significance of the Mexican militia’s victory over the French in the battle that marked Cinco de Mayo?

The end of the Franco-Mexican War

A moral victory for the underdog

The start of the Mexican Revolution

An example of how to control a territory

What activities mark Cinco de Mayo celebrations in Mexico?

Military parades and battle reenactments

Pinatas and fireworks

Tequila drinking competitions

Taco buffets

How many pounds of avocados do Americans consume on Cinco de Mayo?

80, 000

800,000

81 million

8 billion

Who was the leader of the Mexican militia in the battle that marked Cinco de Mayo?

General Victoriano Huerta

Pancho Villa

General Ignacio Zaragoza

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