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Cinco de Mayo is a celebration on May 5. The date celebrates the

probable Mexican Army's victory over French forces at the Battle of
Puebla on May 5, 1862, under the leadership of General Ignacio
Zaragoza.[1][2]

In the United States, Cinco de Mayo celebration has a different

significance. The date is associated with the celebration of Mexican-
American culture, especially in areas with
large Mexican-American populations. In
Mexico, the commemoration of the battle is
more ceremonial, including military
parades.

Cinco de Mayo traditions include parades, mariachi music

performances and street festivals. But, for a lot of Mexicans, May 5 is
not a special day: It is not a federal holiday, so offices, banks and stores
are open.
Many people
believe that Cinco
de Mayo is a
celebration of
Mexican independence, but this event is
celebrated on September 16th.

In the USA, schoolchildren decorate their

classrooms and cook some simple Mexican
food.

1. When is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?

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2. What does this date celebrate?
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3. What are some of the traditions of this day?
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4. Is Cinco de Mayo a federal Holiday?
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5. What do American kids do at school on Cinco de Mayo?
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