Mardi Gras
What city does Mardi Gras take place in?
New Orleans
True or False?
Rio de Janeiro Carnival is the largest carnival in the world, it currently holds the world record for largest carnival.
True
How is Carnival celebrated?
Celebrated with parades, music, feasts and costumes
What country is Venice located in?
Which country celebrates Carnival with samba schools competing?
Brazil
What style of music is typically played during this carnival?
Jazz music
What instrument is commonly used in Carnival music?
Drums
What day marks the end of Carnival in many countries?
Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)
The day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of Lent in the Christian calendar
How long does this carnival last?
2-3 weeks
Which country hosts masquerade balls?
Italy (Venice)
What are the three colors of Mardi Gras?
Gold, Green and Purple
As part of the tradition, what do costumes at this carnival usually include?
Bright colours, feathers and head dresses
Carnival comes from the Latin word "carne vale" meaning...
Carne = meat
Vale = Farewell
Farewell or Goodbye to meat
As a part of tradition and celebration, what do people wear for carnivals in Venice?
Face masks
What is the meaning of the expression Mardi Gras?
Fat Tuesday
Can you name at least 2 types of typical Louisianian food?
Jambalaya, Gumbo, Crawfish, Kings Cake, Beignets
In Rio, where do the parades and samba competitions happen?
The Sambadrome
What did the original pagan festival mark the start of?
Spring
How many different types of masks are there for this carnival?
About 7–10 classic types of Venetian masks
Why did Carnival traditionally include large amounts of food and celebration?
Because people were getting ready for the fasting period of Lent
What do the three colors of Mardi Gras stand for?
Justice, Faith and Power
During this carnival, what do feathers symbolize?
Freedom, Heritage and Joy
What is “Ash Wednesday”? The first day of?
Lent (the fasting period before Easter)
What do masks symbolize during this carnival?
Anonymity, privacy and freedom from hierachy
A celebration of Brazilian identity and Afro-Brazilian heritage. It unites diverse populations through samba, community and music