1. Who was the President of Mexico during the Battle of Puebla? Benito Juarez
2. Which leader decided to wage war against Mexico in 1862? Napoleon III
3. Which historic battle does Cinco de Mayo celebrate? Battle of Puebla
4. Which other holiday is Cinco de Mayo most frequently confused with? Mexican Independence Day
5. Which state holds the running of the Chihuahuas? D.C.
6. What is the most consumed food during Cinco de Mayo celebrations? Tacos
7. Cinco de Mayo commemorates a Mexican victory over the army of which country? France
8. What is the most popular drink on Cinco de Mayo? Margaritas
9. On what date is the festival of Cinco de Mayo celebrated? May 5th
10. What is Mexico's national animal? The golden eagle
11. What is another name for Cinco de Mayo? Anniversary of the Battle of Puebla
12. In which city does the largest Cinco de Mayo celebration in the world take place? Los Angeles
13. Mexico celebrates its Independence Day on which day? September 16
14. In which year was the Battle of Puebla fought? 1862
15. In which year did a US President proclaim to celebrate Cinco De Mayo in the USA? 2005
