Celebrities attend the Marquis de Cuevas-staged 18th century ball in Biarritz, France, with his ballet troupe performing

Celebrities attend the Marquis de Cuevas-staged 18th century ball in Biarritz, France, with his ballet troupe performing

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Arts, History, Performing Arts

9th - 10th Grade

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The Marquis de Cueva hosts an extravagant 18th-century themed party on the Basque Coast, attended by 2,000 guests from Europe's elite. The event, held at the Chiberta golf course in Biarritz, features notable figures like Merle Oberon and Elsa Maxwell. Entertainment includes a camel ride by ballerina René Zizi Jean Maire and a ballet performance of Swan Lake. The party continues with dancing and music until morning, making it a memorable event.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the theme of the party hosted by the Marquis de Cueva?

Medieval

20th century

18th century

19th century

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where was the party held?

Rome, Italy

Chiberta golf course, Biarritz, France

Madrid, Spain

Paris, France

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which famous party hostess attended the event?

Elsa Maxwell

Marie Antoinette

Merle Oberon

René Zizi Jean Maire

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What unique mode of transport did the French ballerina use to arrive at the party?

Camel

Carriage

Bicycle

Horse

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What performance was given by the Marquis' ballet troupe?

Cinderella

The Nutcracker

Swan Lake

Giselle