Mardi Gras Quiz

What is the traditional day for Mardi Gras?

• The day of Easter

• The day before Lent

• The day of Thanksgiving

• The day of Christmas

When did the first American Mardi Gras celebration occur?

• March 3rd, 1699

• March 3rd, 1703

• February 24th, 1857

• January 6th, 1582

What is another name for Mardi Gras?

• Easter Sunday

• Pancake Day

• Fat Thursday

• Shrove Wednesday

Where is the largest Mardi Gras celebration in the United States?

• New Orleans, Louisiana

• Miami, Florida

• New York City, New York

• Los Angeles, California

What do the traditional Mardi Gras colors symbolize?

• Peace, Love, Happiness

• Justice, Faith, Power

• Justice, Hope, Wealth

• Wisdom, Courage, Strength

What are crews in the context of Mardi Gras?

• Social clubs participating in parades

• Groups hosting Mardi Gras balls

• Organizations hosting parties

• Groups of musicians

What is a requirement for riding a Mardi Gras float?

• Wearing a hat

• Wearing a cape

• Wearing a mask

• Wearing a costume

What is the original idea behind throwing beads during the Mardi Gras parade?

• To reward people for dancing

• To reward people for singing

• To reward people for wearing masks

• To reward people for showing the Mardi Gras colors

What are Zulu coconuts in the context of Mardi Gras?

• Chocolate coconuts

• Natural coconuts

• Glittery coconuts

• Decorated coconuts

What is the most popular food during Mardi Gras?

• King cakes

• Donuts

• Cupcakes

• Pancakes