Mardi Gras 2024 Extravaganza Quiz

Where did the celebration of Mardi Gras originate?

• United States

• France

• Spain

• Italy

What does "Mardi Gras" translate to in English?

• Fat Tuesday

• Big Party

• Masked Ball

• Colorful Parade

In what city is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States held?

• New York

• Miami

• New Orleans

• Los Angeles

What is a traditional Mardi Gras food known for its colorful decoration and a hidden figurine inside?

• Beignets

• Jambalaya

• King Cake

• Gumbo

Which of the following is NOT a traditional color of Mardi Gras?

• Purple

• Green

• Blue

• Gold

What do the traditional Mardi Gras colors represent? Purple stands for _______, green for _______, and gold for _______.

• Faith, Power, Justice

• Justice, Faith, Power

• Power, Justice, Faith

• Faith, Justice, Power

Which of the following foods is commonly served during Mardi Gras celebrations?

• Tacos

• Sushi

• Gumbo

• Pasta

What is the significance of the king cake baby?

• It represents prosperity and luck to whoever finds it.

• It is a symbol of Mardi Gras royalty.

• It signifies the start of Lent.

• It is a token for good weather during Mardi Gras.

Mardi Gras parades are known for their elaborate floats. What is a common feature of these floats?

• They are pulled by horses.

• They are exclusively designed by professional artists.

• They throw beads and other trinkets to the crowd.

• They can only be in the traditional Mardi Gras colors.

In what year did New Orleans host its first recorded Mardi Gras parade?

• 1736

• 1837

• 1901

• 1781