LTG Intermediate Carnivals/Festivals

What is the translation of "Mardi Gras" in English?

• A) Fat Wednesday

• B) Fat Tuesday

• C) Fat Thursday

• D) Fat Monday

How long does the Mardi Gras celebration in New Orleans typically last?

• A) One week

• B) Two weeks

• C) Three weeks

• D) Four weeks

What are the groups of people called who dress up in costumes and ride on decorated floats in New Orleans?

• A) Bands

• B) Krewes

• C) Troupes

• D) Teams

What is one of the most popular items thrown to the crowd during Mardi Gras in New Orleans?

• A) Coins

• B) Beads

• C) Hats

• D) Candy

Which city's carnival is considered the biggest in the world?

• A) New Orleans

• B) Rio de Janeiro

• C) Venice

• D) Binche

What is the special stadium called where people can buy tickets to see the parades in Rio de Janeiro?

• A) Carnival Dome

• B) Samba Arena

• C) Sambadrome

• D) Parade Palace

What are the samba groups in Rio de Janeiro known as?

• A) Samba Schools

• B) Samba Bands

• C) Samba Teams

• D) Samba Clubs

What is the carnival in Venice most famous for?

• A) Fireworks

• B) Parades

• C) Masks

• D) Samba

What can you watch in St Mark's Square during the Venice carnival?

• A) Fireworks

• B) Traditional plays

• C) Samba dancing

• D) Parades

What unique headwear do the 'Gilles' wear during the Binche carnival?

• A) Feather hats

• B) Straw hats

• C) Silk hats

• D) Wool hats