Cinco de Mayo Celebration
Explore the history and cultural significance of Cinco de Mayo with this Grade 3 social studies worksheet.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Some questions may ask you to think about what you have learned about Cinco de Mayo.
Cinco de Mayo means 'Fifth of May' in Spanish. It is a holiday that celebrates the Mexican army's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. While it is a big holiday in the state of Puebla, Mexico, it is celebrated differently in the United States. In the U.S., it is often a day to celebrate Mexican culture and heritage with parades, music, dancing, and delicious food!
1. What does 'Cinco de Mayo' mean in English?
First of May
Fifth of March
Fifth of May
Fifth of June
2. What country did the Mexican army defeat on Cinco de Mayo?
Spain
United States
France
England
3. Cinco de Mayo celebrates a victory at the Battle of .
4. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is often a day to celebrate Mexican and heritage.
5. Cinco de Mayo is Mexico's Independence Day.
True
False
6. Name two ways people celebrate Cinco de Mayo in the United States.
7. Look at the Mexican flag below. What colors do you see? Can you draw the flag and color it in?
