Cinco de Mayo

Grade 8Social Studies45 min

Learning Objective

I can analyze the cultural impact and modern celebrations associated with Cinco de Mayo.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

5 min

Cinco de Mayo Celebrations and Origins | History | ClickView

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Describe one way Cinco de Mayo is currently celebrated in the United States and explain how this celebration reflects the holiday's cultural impact. Explain how the celebrations of Cinco de Mayo in the United States differ from the celebrations in Puebla, Mexico, as described in the video.

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