The amazing history of the New Orleans Mardi Gras
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary reason Mardi Gras is celebrated in New Orleans?
To honor the French heritage of the city
To compete with pagan rites of spring
To celebrate the founding of New Orleans
To mark the beginning of the Catholic Lenten season
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How does the Mardi Gras parade in New Orleans differ from other parades?
It is held indoors
There are no spectators, only participants
It features only local bands
It is a silent parade
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Who started building floats for the Mardi Gras parade in 1947?
Blaine Kern
John and Joe
Universal Studios
Barry Kern
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What can visitors expect to see during a tour of Mardi Gras World?
A live Mardi Gras parade
A display of Mardi Gras costumes and a historic video
A cooking class on traditional New Orleans cuisine
A concert by local bands
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a unique feature of the Mardi Gras World tour?
A free slice of king cake
A chance to design your own float
A guided tour of the Mississippi River
A free ride on a parade float
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