Cinco de Mayo Word Search

Words in the Cinco de Mayo word search

Every word used across the three levels, with a quick note on what it means.

mexico

The country whose army won at Puebla in 1862.

fiesta

A Spanish word for a party or festival.

may

The month of the holiday, on the fifth day.

dance

Moving to music, common at Cinco de Mayo events.

music

Songs and playing that fill street celebrations.

tacos

Folded tortillas filled with meat, beans or vegetables.

guitar

A stringed instrument used in mariachi bands.

parade

A public procession with music and marching groups.

colors

Bright green, white and red appear in decorations.

sombrero

A wide brimmed Mexican hat that shades the face.

mariachi

A Mexican band with trumpets, violins and guitars.

puebla

The Mexican city where the 1862 battle was fought.

battle

A fight between armies, here the clash at Puebla.

confetti

Small bits of paper tossed during celebrations.

banner

A cloth sign hung up for a festival or event.

salsa

A tomato and chili sauce, also a style of dance.

trumpet

A brass horn heard in mariachi music.

victory

A win, such as the Mexican army's at Puebla.

history

The record of past events behind the holiday.

costume

Special clothing worn for dances and performances.

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