The Joyful Celebration of Cinco de Mayo
Questions:
5
Grade:
3
Words:
64
Cinco de Mayo is a special day celebrated on the fifth of May. This holiday is important in Mexico because it remembers the Mexican army s victory over the French in a battle long ago. Today, people in Mexico and the United States celebrate with fun parades, exciting music, colourful dances, and yummy foods. Cinco de Mayo is a day of joy and pride!
Question 1
When is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
A
Fifth of May
Explanation. Cinco de Mayo is Spanish for Fifth of May and this is when the day is celebrated.
B
First of January
C
Fourth of July
D
Thirty first of October
E
Twenty fifth of December
Question 2
Why is Cinco de Mayo important in Mexico?
A
It remembers the Mexican army s victory over the French
Explanation. Cinco de Mayo is important in Mexico as it remembers the Mexican army s victory over the French in a battle.
B
It is the day Mexico gained independence
C
It is the Mexican New Year
D
It remembers the Mexican army s defeat to the French
E
It is the Mexican President s birthday
Question 3
Who celebrate Cinco de Mayo?
A
People in Mexico and the United States
Explanation. Cinco de Mayo is celebrated by people in Mexico and the United States.
B
Only people in Mexico
C
Only people in the United States
D
People in Mexico and Spain
E
People in Mexico and France
Question 4
What activities happen during Cinco de Mayo?
A
Parades, music, dances, and food
Explanation. People celebrate Cinco de Mayo with parades, music, dances, and food.
B
Gift exchanges
C
Fireworks and barbecues
D
Visiting family
E
Trick or treating
Question 5
What emotion is associated with Cinco de Mayo?
A
Joy and pride
Explanation. Cinco de Mayo is a day of joy and pride, celebrating a past victory.
B
Sadness and remembrance
C
Excitement and anticipation
D
Solemnity and respect
E
Fear and suspense
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