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In which year was the battle of Puebla fought?
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1862
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1851
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1919
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1901
Explanation
The Battle of Puebla was fought in 1862 between Mexico and the French regime, which saw the victory and independence of Mexico.
Which other holiday is Cinco de Mayo most frequently confused with?
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Mexican Independence Day
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Day of the Dead
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Mardi Gras
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July 4th holiday
Explanation
Mexican Independence Day and Cinco de Mayo are often confused with each other. Mexican Independence Day falls on 16 September, when, after the Cry of Dolores (1810), the war for independence was initiated.
In which year did a US President proclaim to celebrate Cinco De Mayo in the USA?
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2005
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2001
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1995
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2009
Explanation
A concurrent resolution issued by the US Congress in 2005 led the US President to proclaim the festival of Cinco de Mayo as a holiday on 5th May every year.
What was the name of the President who helped Mexico gain its independence?
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Benito Juarez
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Luis Echeverría
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Ernesto Zedillo
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Carlos Salinas de Gortari
Explanation
National holiday on the anniversary of the Battle of Puebla was declared in 1862 by President Benito Juarez, who, after the victory over the French, formed the new government in 1867.
In which city does the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the world take place?
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Los Angeles
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Florida
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Mexico City
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Tijuana
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Although Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican festival, the largest celebration of this festival takes place in Los Angeles, where an annual event, Fiesta Broadway, is part of the celebrations.
What year was the city of La Puebla founded?
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1531
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1351
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1513
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1315
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The city of la Puebla was founded in 1531. It is the second-largest city in colonial Mexico and is located between Mexico City and Veracruz, Mexico’s main Atlantic port.
Where is the military commemoration in Mexico held on Cinco De Mayo?
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Campo Marte
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Martoca Beach Garden
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Casa de los Siete Patios
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City Hall of Chihuahua
Explanation
At Campo Marte, military commemoration is held in Mexico on the day of Cinco de Mayo. In the historic center of Mexico City a street, Avenida Cinco de Mayo, was named after the battle.
Which historic battle does Cinco de Mayo celebrate?
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Battle of Puebla
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Battle of Veracruz
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Battle of Alamo
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Battle of Toluca
Explanation
Mexico won victory against the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. To commemorate this victory, the date is celebrated as the Cinco de Mayo festival.
What was the name of the General who led the war of Mexico against France?
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Ignacio Zaragoza
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Benito Juárez
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Maximilian
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Miguel Miramón
Explanation
Ignacio Zaragoza led Mexico to a victory against the French regime at the Battle of Puebla in 1862. This day every year is celebrated as the Cinco de Mayo festival.
On what date is the festival of Cinco de Mayo celebrated?
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May 5th
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April 15th
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June 5th
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June 15th
Explanation
The festival of Cinco de Mayo has celebrated on 5th May every year in Mexico as well as the United States of America.
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