When is Mexican's independence day?

Father Miguel Hidalgo

Who was the leader of the revolution?

he was a priest, or el sacerdote; lived in Dolores, a town 150 miles north of Mexico City

What did Father Miguel Hidalgo do for a living? Where did he live?

Father Hidalgo helped plan the revolt for _______.

he was caught by spanish authorities and arrested; was executed within a year of the revolt on the 16th

What happened to Father Hidalgo?

they hesitated and turned back before reaching the capital

Describe the revolt on September 16th.

In what year did Mexico gain independence?

When was Mexico's war with Spain (what years)?

Who rang the churchbell on the 16th?

the people of New Spain began holding secret meetings to plan how to get independence

What happened in the early 19th century regarding New Spain and soon-retrieved independence?

How long did the batalla de independencia dura? (last)

el "George Washington de Mexico"

What was Father Hidalgo's title in Mexico?

Where did the batalla empeza (battle start)?

Mexican Independence Day

Maria's Family Celebration It is Mexican Independence Day! Maria and Luis are getting ready for a big party. "We can decorate the house," says Maria. "Let's paint a picture of our family." "Mama was born first. She is the oldest," says Maria. "Papa was born second," Maria says. "He is one year younger." "Next is Emily," says Maria. "She is Mama and Papa's first child." "After Emily, you were born," says Luis. "That's right!" says Maria. "I am Mama and Papa's second child." "What about me?" asks Luis. "You were the last to be born," says Maria. "You are the youngest." "There!" says Maria. "Our family picture is done!" "Green, white, and red are the colors of the Mexican flag," says Maria. Maria and Luis blow up five green balloons. They blow up five white balloons and five red balloons, too. "I'm out of breath!" says Luis. "Let's see," says Maria. "We painted a picture first. We blew up balloons second. The third thing we can do is fill the piñata." Maria gets the striped fish piñata from the shelf. Maria and Luis stuff the piñata with candy. When Luis thinks Maria isn't looking, he pops a piece of candy into his mouth. Maria gives him a hug. "You are silly," she says. Papa hangs the piñata. "We need a blindfold," says Maria. "We need a stick to break the piñata, toо." Abuela finds a red-checked scarf for Maria and a long stick for Luis. "The piñata is ready!" says Maria. "The fourth thing to do is practice dancing, Luis!" Maria and Luis dress in their party clothes. Then, they dance and spin. Soon, the house fills up with food, family, and music. There are six cousins, two aunts, three uncles, and three grandparents. There is Papa, Mama, Emily, Maria, and Luis, too. "There is one last thing we can do," Maria says. "And it's the most fun!" "What is it?" asks Luis. "CELEBRATE!" says Maria.

Carlos's Family Celebration It's Mexican Independence Day! Carlos and Selena are getting ready for a big party. "We can decorate the house," says Carlos. "Let's paint a picture of our family." "Mama was born first. She is the oldest," says Carlos. "Papa was born second," Carlos says. "He is one year younger." "Next is Mateo," says Carlos. "He is Mama and Papa's first child." "After Mateo, you were born," says Selena. "That's right!" says Carlos. I am Mama and Papa's second child." "What about me?" asks Selena. "You were the last to be born," says Carlos. "You are the youngest." "There!" says Carlos. "Our family picture is done!" "Green, white, and red are the colors of the Mexican flag," says Carlos. Carlos and Selena blow up five green balloons. They blow up five white balloons and five red balloons, too. "I'm out of breath!" says Selena. "Let's see,"says Carlos. "We painted a picture first. We blew up balloons second. The third thing we can do is fill the piñata.” Carlos gets the big star piñata from the shelf. Carlos and Selena stuff the piñata with candy. When Selena thinks Carlos isn't looking, she pops a piece of candy into her mouth. Carlos gives her a hug. "You are silly," he says. Mateo hangs the piñata in the apartment's grassy yard. "We need a blindfold," says Carlos. "And a stick to break the piñata, too." Abuela finds a red-checked scarf for Carlos and a long stick for Selena. "The piñata is ready!" says Carlos. "The fourth thing to do is practice dancing, Selena!" Carlos and Selena dress in their party clothes. Then, they dance and spin. Soon, the house fills up with food, family, and music. There are cousins, aunts, uncles, new babies, and new friends. There is Papa, Mama, Mateo, Carlos and Selena, too. "There is one last thing we can do," Carlos says. "And it's the most fun!" "What is it?" asks Selena. "CELEBRATE!" says Carlos.

Cinco de Mayo is a celebration that takes place on ________________ of May each year. Cinco de Mayo commemorates an important ____________________ that happened in Mexico. The battle that is celebrated on Cinco de Mayo took place in the city of ________________. In what year did the battle celebrated on Cinco de Mayo occur? ___________________________. What is the name of the Mexican general who led the army in the battle of Cinco de Mayo? ___________________________. Cinco de Mayo is not Mexico's Independence Day, but rather a celebration ofn _____________________. Which country attempted to invade Mexico in the battle celebrated on Cinco de Mayo? _______________________. What types of food can be enjoyed during Cinco de Mayo celebrations? ___________. What does Cinco de Mayo mean in English _____________________.

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