Mardi Gras Celebrations around the World Test

In which city/country was Mardi Gras first celebrated?

• Venice, Italy

• New Orleans, USA

• Quebec, Canada

• Nice France

Which city/country has a “Winter festival” in place of the Mardi Gras?

• Venice, Italy

• Quebec, Canada

• Rio de Janeiro, Brazil

• Nice France

What makes Carnevale di Venezia unique from other countries?

• Elaborate Masks

• Fatty Foods

• Music

• Dancing

What are the reasons for celebrating Carnevale?

• Indulging in fun and food before the season of fasting

• to celebrate the bringing in of the harvest

• to protest civil rights injustices

• to get rid of the evil spirits

Where does the main parade take place in Venice today? How is it celebrated now in the modern world?

• St. Mark's Square; elaborate costumes and masks

• Sambodromo; fireworks display

• Carnival castle; street food festival

• Fort-de-France; art exhibits and performances

Vaval is the name of the King of the Carnival in which country?

• France

• Brazil

• Martinique

• Canada

What dates will Brazil celebrate Carnival this year?

• February 28-March 5

• March 1-4

• April 1-5

• April 22-26

How was Carnival brought to Brazil?

• By Portuguese colonizers

• By Spanish explorers

• By French missionaries

• By Dutch traders

What is the Sambodromo? What else is a part of the parade?

• Main carnival square; music bands

• Parade route; Samba schools

• Traditional mask market; street vendors

• Dance competition venue; food stalls

What is the Rio Carnival known for?

• Elaborate costumes and floats

• Religious processions

• Political protests

• Art exhibitions