Italian Carnevale Quiz

What is the period of time just before Lent called?

• Christmas

• Easter

• Epiphany

• Carnevale

What does the word Carnevale mean in Latin?

• Resurrection of Christ

• Last chance to party

• Winter solstice

• Goodbye to meat

Where is the Carnival in Venezia celebrated?

• Milan

• Venice

• Florence

• Rome

What is the tradition in Viareggio during Carnevale?

• Orange battle

• Skiing procession

• Float parade

• Horse race

What is the Battle of the Oranges in Ivrea a reenactment of?

• Medieval jousting tournament

• Resurrection of Christ

• Winter solstice

• Revolution against the rich

What is the tradition in Livigno during Carnevale?

• Float parade

• Skiing procession

• Horse race

• Orange battle

Where is the festival la Sartiglia celebrated during Carnevale?

• Tuscany

• Sardinia

• Lombardy

• Sicily

What is the significance of wearing masks during Carnevale?

• To show off

• To hide identity

• To scare people

• To protect from cold

What is the duration of Lent?

• 40 days

• 20 days

• 30 days

• 50 days

What is the main event in Venice during Carnevale?

• Skiing procession

• Float parade

• Masked balls

• Fireworks show