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Correct answer: C

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Cinco de Mayo

  • Cinco de Mayo means the "Fifth of May" in Spanish.
  • Cinco de Mayo is a celebration of the Mexican victory of the Battle of Puebla.
  • It is not a celebration of Mexican Independence Day.

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U.S. Celebrations

  • Several states in the United States used to be part of Mexico.
  • When those states joined the Union, they continued celebrating Cinco de Mayo.
  • Many U.S. citizens and Mexicans alike celebrate Cinco de Mayo today!

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Largest Celebration

  • Many cities with large Hispanic populations celebrate the day.
  • Countries all over the world celebrate Cinco de Mayo.
  • Los Angeles, California hosts the world’s largest Cinco de Mayo celebration.

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Honoring Cinco de Mayo

  • You can celebrate Cinco de Mayo by making traditional Mexican foods like tacos and salsa!
  • You can listen to a Mariachi Band!
  • You can try practicing your Spanish Language skills!

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