Cinco De Mayo Trivia Questions And Answers

Fun Cinco De Mayo Trivia Questions For Work 

This article will feature 30 fun Cinco De Mayo trivia questions and answers, including history, geography, food, and more! 

Cinco De Mayo is a relatively small holiday in Mexico, but it has become an American sensation and is often used to celebrate Mexican-American culture and traditions. This year, to celebrate with your teams, and to inspire some friendly competition, invite your team to play a fun game of Mexican trivia and discover fun facts about Mexican culture, history, geography, food, and more! 

Mexican Food Trivia

1. What are ‘tacos al a pastor’ made from?

• Shredded beef

• Spit-grilled pork

• Grilled chicken

2. What is served alongside birria tacos?

• Consomé

• Pozole

• Caldo

3. What are tamales most commonly wrapped in?

• Cabbage leaves

• Corn husks

• Chard leaves

4. What are chilaquiles?

• Fried tortilla dish served for breakfast

• Shredded chicken sandwiches

• Stuffed poblano peppers 

5. What cheese is typically used on an elote?

• Oaxaca cheese

• Queso fresco

• Cotija cheese

Mexican Drinks Trivia

1. Where does tequila come from?

• Cactus plant

• Agave plant

• Corn plant

2. What mixer is used in a Paloma?

• Grape soda

• Lemon/lime soda

• Grapefruit soda

3. What is a michelada?

• A beer-based cocktail

• A tequila-based cocktail

• An alcoholic agua fresca 

4. A margarita consists of tequila, lime juice, and _____.

• Triple sec

• Curaçao

• Limoncello

5. What is the base ingredient for horchata?

• Maize

• Rice

• Eggnog

Mexican History Trivia

1. When is Mexico’s Independence Day celebrated?

• September 16th 

• March 21st

• May 1st 

2. In what year did Mexico gain its independence?

• 1775

• 1792

• 1821

3. Which treaty led to the end of the Mexican-American war?

• Guadalupe Hidalgo

• Juan Cabrillo

• Mesilla

4. Who was the last civilization to reign in Mexico before colonization?

• Mayan

• Aztec

• Olmec

5. In what year did Mexico host the Summer Olympics?

• 1956

• 1968

• 1980

Mexican Geography Trivia

1. What is Mexico’s largest and most populated city?

• Mexico City 

• Guadalajara

• Monterrey

2. Which of the following countries borders Mexico?

• El Salvador

• Honduras

• Guatemala

3. What is the biggest river in Mexico?

• Colorado River

• Río Grande

• Culiacán River

4. Which of the following landmarks is a Mexican UNESCO World Heritage Site?

• Chichén Itzá

• Cusco

• Machu Picchu

5. Mexico City is built on which ancient city?

• Tulum

• Xochicalco

• Tenochtitlan

Mexican Culture Trivia

1. What is Mexico’s currency?

• US Dollar

• Mexican Pesos

• Mexican Reales

2. What is Mexico’s national animal?

• The golden eagle

• A Mexican leopard

• Chihuahuas

3. What is Mexico’s population?

• 100+ million

• 110+ million

• 120+ million

4. Mexico is home to the oldest _____ in North America.

• Public hospital

• University 

• Palace

5. Mexico’s biggest football clubs include América, Cruz Azul, UNAM, and _______. 

• Guadalajara

• Tijuana

• Juárez

MEXICAN CELEBRITIES TRIVIA FOR CINCO DE MAYO

1. What character did Mario Lopez play in Saved By The Bell?

• A.Z Slater

• A.C Slater

• A.J Slater 

2. Which movie did Salma Hayek star in alongside Channing Tatum?

• Magic Mike’s Last Dance

• The Lost City

• Bullet Train

3. Which actor played the iconic Machete?

• Eugenio Derbez

• Antonio Banderas

• Danny Trejo

4. In what year did George Lopez release his self-titled television series?

• 2002

• 2005

• 2007

5. What was Selena Gomez’ acting debut? 

• Mickey Mouse Club

• Barney & Friends 

• Sesame Street

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