Politics
The controversial anti-corruption investigation that led to the imprisonment of many politicians and business leaders was called this.
Operation car wash
lavajato
This Brazilian supermodel, once the highest-paid in the world, was married to Tom Brady
Gisele
Translate: "E aí!"
"Whats up!"
Name three genres of brazilian music
Answers varie
In Brazil, if someone claps when an airplane lands, they are likely doing this.
celebrating surviving the flight?
This currency, introduced in 1994, helped stabilize Brazil’s economy after years of hyperinflation. It is the current currency of brazil.
Brazil's most famous TV host has recently died in August of 2024. What is his name?
Silvio santos
Translate: "Agora lascou!"
"Now it’s screwed!" aka "Now we’re in trouble!"
This genre, originating from Bahia, is the heartbeat of Brazilian Carnival.
Axé
On New Year's Eve, Brazilians do this at the beach to bring good luck for the new year.
Jump over 7 waves
This political leader served as Brazil’s first female president from 2011 to 2016
Dilma
This legendary Brazilian soccer player, known for his dribbling skills and big smile, played for Barcelona and AC Milan
Ronaldinho
Traslate: "Não tô com pressa, mas tô com fome."
"I’m not in a hurry, but I’m hungry." aka "Feed me now."
This fast-paced music style from the Northeast is known for its lively accordion melodies.
Forró
In Brazil, pizza is always eaten with _____, unlike everywhere else.
Utensils
The "O Sul é o Meu País" movement advocates for the independence of three southern states. Name two.
Paraná, Santa Catarina, and Rio Grande do Sul
This Brazilian TV host, known for her children’s show, became a pop culture icon across Latin America
Xuxa
Translate: "Parece que engoliu um rádio."
It looks like he swallowed a radio." aka "He won’t stop talking."
This rock band, led by Renato Russo, was one of the most influential in Brazilian music history
Legião Urbana
When Brazilians greet each other, they often do this instead of just a handshake
Kiss on the cheek
This 19th-century Brazilian emperor was deposed in 1889, marking the beginning of the republic
Dom Pedro II
According to every Brazilian, who invented the airplane?
Santos Dumont
Translate: "Tá mais perdido que cego em tiroteio."
"He’s more lost than a blind man in a shootout." aka "He’s completely lost."
This tropicalia artist was exiled during the military dictatorship but later became one of Brazil’s most influential musicians.
Caetano Veloso
Every brazilian child has at least one traumatic story about one particular household item. What is it?
Chinelo
Flip flop