Cajun Culture Quiz

Where did the Cajun people originally come from before settling in Louisiana?

• Spain

• France

• Canada

• Germany

What is a key ingredient in many Cajun dishes?

• Rice

• Pasta

• Bread

• Tortillas

Which festival is known for celebrating Cajun culture with music, food, and dance?

• Coachella

• Mardi Gras

• Festival International de Louisiane

• Lollapalooza

What language is commonly spoken by Cajun people?

• Spanish

• French

• English

• German

What is a traditional Cajun music instrument?

• Electric guitar

• Violin

• Accordion

• Piano

Cajun history is closely linked to which event that forced them to migrate to Louisiana?

• The French Revolution

• The American Revolution

• The Great Expulsion

• World War I

What is a popular Cajun dish?

• Pizza

• Sushi

• Gumbo

• Tacos

Which of the following is NOT a Cajun festival?

• The Crawfish Festival

• The Pumpkin Festival

• The Shrimp Festival

• The Rice Festival

In what year did the Acadians, who would become known as Cajuns, begin to arrive in Louisiana?

• 1755

• 1764

• 1785

• 1803

What is the primary reason Cajun festivals are held?

• To celebrate the end of harvest

• To promote tourism

• To preserve and celebrate Cajun culture and heritage

• To compete in cooking competitions