The major Christian holiday that is celebrated after Carnival
What is Easter?
Country with the biggest Carnival celebration
what is Brazil?
The day after Mardi Gras
what is Ash Wednesday
How is Carnival celebrated?
Floats, dancing, music, costumes, etc.
Country Carnival originated in
What is Egypt?
The two Latin words that the modern word "Carnival" came from
what is Carne and Vale?
A dessert that is traditional to eat during Mardi Gras and why it is special
King’s Cake, and the baby is good luck
How many days long is Lent?
40
Number of countries is Carnival celebrated in
What is over 50?
State in America with the biggest Carnival celebration.
What is Louisiana?
What religion is Carnival and Mardi Gras associated with? (Specific)
Christianity- Roman Catholic
European country that influenced Louisiana and Mardi Gras.
France
Number of tourists that were welcomed to Rio de Janeiro in 2016 for the Carnival festival.
What is 1.1 million?
Only place in India where Carnival is celebrated
What is Goa?
What type of music is traditional in New Orleans?
Jazz music
What is another name for Fat Tuesday (besides Mardi Gras) and what is its meaning?
Shrove Tuesday. A confession of sins before Lent
Caribbean island where Lent was introduced by French colonists.
What is Trinidad?
The action that spread the Carnival celebration across the world.
What is Colonization?
What colors represent Mardi Gras and what do they represent?
Purple (justice), green (faith), gold (power)
The cost of ornate Mardi Gras costumes.
What is more than $3,000?