VOICED : Vuelo del angel abre Carnaval de Venecia

The Venice Carnival was launched with the traditional Angel's Flight, witnessed by 100,000 attendees. Julia Nassi, a 22-year-old student, performed the flight from the San Marcos Basilica, dressed in a costume by Stefano Nicolao. The Carnival, which had fallen out of favor, was revived in the 1980s and continues to be a celebrated event.

What event marks the start of the Venice Carnival?

• The Flight of the Angel

• The Masked Ball

• The Gondola Parade

• The Fireworks Display

How many people attended the traditional activity at the San Marco Basilica?

• 200,000

• 100,000

• 150,000

• 50,000

Who performed the 'Flight of the Angel' during the Venice Carnival?

• Stefano Nicolao

• Julia Nassi

• Maria Rossi

• Giovanni Bianchi

What did Julia Nassi wear during her descent?

• A traditional Venetian mask

• A costume designed by Stefano Nicolao

• A simple white dress

• A superhero costume

In which decade was the Venice Carnival revived?

• 1980s

• 1970s

• 1990s

• 1960s