1. Word cloud
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What is Cinco de Mayo?
2. Slide
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Cinco de Mayo is an important day in Mexican culture. It celebrates the Mexican Army's victory over the French at the Battle of Puebla on May 5th, 1862. Cinco de Mayo is an annual celebration filled with parades, music, dancing, and traditional Mexican food. It's a great way to learn more about Mexican culture, while celebrating with friends and family!
Cinco de Mayo: Celebrating Mexican Culture
3. Slide
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Cinco de Mayo is a holiday that is celebrated on May 5th. It commemorates the Mexican army’s victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. In Mexican culture, Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the country’s heritage and the hard-fought victory over the French. It is celebrated with parades, parties, and other festivities. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in many cities with festivals and parades. It is a day to honor Mexican-Americans and their contributions to American society.
Concepts:
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Cinco de Mayo was originally celebrated in the United States to honor the Mexican army's victory over France at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. The traditional colors of Cinco de Mayo are green, white, and red, which are the colors of the Mexican flag. In Mexico, Cinco de Mayo is not as widely celebrated as it is in the United States. In Mexico, it is primarily observed in the state of Puebla, where the battle took place.
Did you know?
5. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What are two things you now know about Cinco de Mayo?
6. Personalised Feedback
360 seconds
What is the significance of the Battle of Puebla and how is it celebrated during Cinco de Mayo?
7. Open question
180 seconds
Work together in pairs: What does "cinco de mayo" celebrate?
8. Drawings
450 seconds
Brain break: Draw a dinosaur swimming using a snorkel!
9. Poll
60 seconds
What is Cinco de Mayo?
- A holiday celebrating Mexican heritage and pride
- Mexico's Independence Day
- A traditional dance festival in Mexico
10. Poll
60 seconds
When is Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
- May 5th
- June 5th
- July 5th
11. Poll
60 seconds
Who celebrates Cinco de Mayo?
- People of Mexican descent and others who appreciate Mexican culture
- Only people living in Mexico
12. Poll
60 seconds
What is the significance of the Battle of Puebla to Cinco de Mayo?
- It was a major victory for Mexico over France in 1862, and it is commemorated on Cinco de Mayo as a symbol of Mexican resistance.
- It was a minor battle that had little impact on world history.
- It was the day when Mexico declared its independence from Spain.
13. Poll
60 seconds
What are some traditional foods eaten during Cinco de Mayo?
- Tacos, enchiladas, guacamole
- Pasta, pizza, burgers
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