Mardi Gras Quiz

What is Mardi Gras also known as?

• Carnival

• Easter

• Thanksgiving

• Halloween

When is Mardi Gras traditionally celebrated?

• On Christmas Eve

• On Easter Sunday

• On Fat Tuesday

• On Ash Wednesday

Which city is famous for its Mardi Gras celebrations?

• Los Angeles

• New York

• New Orleans

• Chicago

What does 'Mardi Gras' mean in French?

• Spring Festival

• Fat Tuesday

• Happy Day

• Colorful Parade

Which of the following is NOT a traditional Mardi Gras activity?

• Throwing beads

• Wearing masks

• Lighting fireworks

• Decorating floats

Which state is the only one where Mardi Gras is a legal holiday?

• Texas

• Louisiana

• Florida

• California

What is the name of the secret society that organized the first torch-lit Mardi Gras procession in New Orleans?

• The Carnival Club

• The Mystic Order

• The Krewe of Rex

• The Mistick Krewe of Comus

Which country hosts a famous weeklong Carnival that includes a mix of European, African, and native traditions?

• Italy

• Germany

• Brazil

• Canada

What is the traditional food eaten during Mardi Gras?

• Pumpkin Pie

• Candy Canes

• Chocolate Eggs

• King Cake

Which of the following is a tradition in the German celebration of Mardi Gras?

• Egg hunts

• Cutting off men's ties

• Lighting bonfires

• Masquerade balls