Exploring Cajun Culture Quiz

What is a traditional Cajun dish made with rice and meat, such as chicken, sausage, or seafood?

• Gumbo

• Jambalaya

• Po'boy

• Étouffée

Which instrument is NOT traditionally used in Cajun music?

• Fiddle

• Accordion

• Electric guitar

• Triangle

What is the primary language from which Cajun dialect evolved?

• Spanish

• French

• English

• German

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

• Mardi Gras

• Festival International de Louisiane

• Jazz Fest

• Crawfish Festival

What is a key ingredient in making a roux, which is a base for many Cajun dishes?

• Tomatoes

• Flour

• Milk

• Rice

What dance is often associated with Cajun music?

• Salsa

• Waltz

• Zydeco

• Two-step

What is the term for a gathering where Cajun music is played and danced to, often in someone's home?

• Concert

• Fais do-do

• Jamboree

• Hoedown

Which of the following is NOT a common ingredient in Cajun cuisine?

• Seafood

• Pork

• Tofu

• Spices

What historical event led to the Acadians becoming the Cajuns of Louisiana?

• The French Revolution

• The Great Expulsion

• The American Revolution

• The Louisiana Purchase

In Cajun dialect, what does the word "cher" mean?

• Friend

• Food

• Dear

• Dance