Cinq de Mai Interro

Cinco de Mayo commemorates which event?

• Mexican Independence Day

• The end of the Franco-Mexican War

• The Mexican army's victory at the Battle of Puebla

• Benito Juárez becoming president of Mexico

On what date does Cinco de Mayo fall each year?

• September 16th

• May 16th

• May 5th

• December 5th

In 2021, Cinco de Mayo fell on which day of the week?

• Monday

• Tuesday

• Wednesday

• Thursday

In Mexico, how is Cinco de Mayo generally observed?

• As a major federal holiday with nationwide celebrations.

• Primarily in the state of Puebla with military parades and recreations.

• As a day of mourning for those who died in the Battle of Puebla.

• With the same level of celebration as Mexican Independence Day.

What was the main reason France sent naval forces to Veracruz in 1861?

• To support Benito Juárez's presidency.

• To help Mexico defend itself against Britain and Spain.

• To demand repayment of Mexican debt.

• To establish a new trade agreement with Mexico.

Why did France ultimately decide to invade Mexico?

• Because Britain and Spain refused to negotiate.

• Because Napoleon III wanted to create a Mexican empire.

• Because Mexico declared war on France.

• Because France wanted to help Mexico modernize its military.

Who was the president of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla?

• Napoleon III

• Ignacio Zaragoza

• Miguel Hidalgo y Costilla

• Benito Juárez

How many French troops reportedly attacked Puebla?

• 2,000

• 500

• 6,000

• 100

Who led the Mexican forces at the Battle of Puebla?

• Benito Juárez

• Charles Latrille de Lorencez

• Ignacio Zaragoza

• Ferdinand Maximilian

How long did the Battle of Puebla approximately last?

• About an hour

• From morning until night

• Several days

• Only a few minutes