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Worksheets[GG - G6] New Orleans and Mardi Gras
Total questions: 12
Worksheet time: 9mins
Which Gulf below is near New Orleans?
Gulf of Morbihan
Gulf of Mexico
Gulf of Alaska
Gulf of California
What is the notable geographical feature of New Orleans?
Mountain ranges
Dense forests
Soft and wet marshland
Arid desert terrain
When was New Orleans officially founded?
1803
1718
1762
2005
During the colonial period, New Orleans was ruled by:
Britain and Spain
Britain and France
Spain and Germany
France and Spain
New Orleans was the largest city in the US during the first half of the 19th century.
True
False
What was the strongest hurricane to hit New Orleans?
Hurricane Katrina
Hurricane Ivan
Hurricane Lili
Hurricane Dennis
Most of the population in New Orleans is:
Black non-Hispanic
White non-Hispanic
White Hispanic
Asian
The culture in New Orleans is heavily influenced by:
Catholicism
Buddhism
Islam
Taoism
What are the social clubs responsible for organizing Mardi Gras?
(a)
The following statements about Mardi Gras are true, EXCEPT:
Mardi Gras is celebrated around the world.
Mardi Gras in New Orleans is known for parades from different krewes.
Throws from the krewes can contain valuable jewelry.
The tradition of Mardi Gras predates the city of New Orleans itself.
King Cake is eaten during:
Carnival season
Ash Wednesday
Lent
Fat Tuesday and Lent
Playing in Mardi Gras is the inspiration for many New Orleans-born artists to take up music.
True
False
