Verdi's Aida: Characters and Relationships

The video introduces Verdi's 'Aida', a tale of love and conflict between Aida, an Ethiopian princess, and Radamès, an Egyptian warrior, set against the backdrop of war. Amneris, another key character, is consumed by jealousy. The video highlights performances by Anna Netrebko, Aleksandrs Antonenko, and Anita Rachvelishvili, and provides information on where to watch the performance.

Who is Aida in the story?

• A queen from Greece

• A princess from Ethiopia

• A warrior from Egypt

• A soldier from Rome

What is the relationship between Aida and Radamès?

• They are strangers

• They are in love

• They are enemies

• They are siblings

Why is Amneris jealous?

• Because she is from Ethiopia

• Because she dislikes Aida

• Because she wants to be a princess

• Because she is in love with Radamès

Which performers are featured in Verdi's 'Aida'?

• Jonas Kaufmann and Elina Garanca

• Luciano Pavarotti and Maria Callas

• Anna Netrebko, Aleksandrs Antonenko, and Anita Rachvelishvili

• Placido Domingo and Renée Fleming

Where can you watch the performance of 'Aida'?

• At the Royal Opera House

• On Broadway

• On Great Performances at the Met

• In the Sydney Opera House