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Agenda I.Repasito Answer the following questions in your interactive notebook based on what information you know right now. 1. What is Cinco de mayo? 2. What does it celebrate? 3. Who celebrates Cinco de mayo? 4. How is Cinco de mayo celebrated? 5. List everything else you know about this holiday (prior to doing your research). II. Cinco de mayo Today you will learn about El Cinco de mayo as you travel through the internet searching for specific areas relating to this celebration. You need to find out as much information as possible. WebQuest: You will use the information to create a presentation with photographs. The links below each section will help you to answer the questions. History Hunters 1. Who were the following people? - Benito Juarez - Porfirio Diaz - Ignacio Zaragoza - Napoleon III - Maximilian 2. What role did each of these people play? 3. What is the biggest misconception about Cinco de mayo? 4. What caused the conflict that led to the Battle of Puebla? 5. Explain what happened at the Battle of Puebla. 6. How long did the conflict last and in what year did it end? 7. What was the end result of the conflict? Cinco de mayo - the real story History of Cinco de mayo - in English & Spanish Mexico Online - Historical background Historical figures Festive Foods 1. Explain what the following foods are: - Menudo - Mole - Chorizo - Chilaquiles - Flan 2. Name and describe three typical foods served at Cinco de mayo celebrations. (not including the ones listed above) 3. Describe a traditional tortilla. 4. What is recommended in terms of eating while traveling? 5. What food item accompanies almost every meal? 6. What is the typical Mexican’s meal schedule like? 7. What Mexican foods do we eat in the U.S. today? Glossary of Mexican Cooking Mexican Cuisine Modern Music and Moves 1. What are some common topics in Mexican songs? 2. What is Mariachi music? 3. What kind of instruments are used in Mariachi music? 4. Identify at least two modern-day Mariachi groups and give a few details about each one. 5. What is Tejano music and why is it so popular? Mexican Music Info about Mariachi music Mariachi music on Mexconnect.com Fascinating Facts 1. Why is Cinco de mayo significant to all Americans? 2. Other than the Battle of Puebla, what three things does Cinco de mayo celebrate? 3. What was France's excuse for invading Mexico? 4. What is Popocatepetl? 5. How many Mexican soldiers and French soldiers were involved in the Battle of Puebla? 6. Why was the initial victory at Puebla important in Mexican history? Typical Traditions 1. What can you expect to see in a Cinco de mayo parade? 2. Other than parades, what other activities are common for a Cinco de mayo celebration? 3. Describe the typical costume for Cinco de mayo. 4. Why is Cinco de mayo celebrated on a much larger scale in the U.S.? 5. Name and describe a popular decoration made for this holiday. Mexico Online - Cinco de mayo celebrations
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