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, it is the official largest carnival the Guinness World Records.
Who can participate in carnivals?
Anyone!
What country is Venice located in?
Italy
Which country celebrates Carnival with samba schools competing?
Brazil
What style of music is typically played during this carnival?
Jazz
What instrument is commonly used in Carnival music?
Drums
Carnivals were a time of feasting and dancing before the season of...
Lent
How long does this carnival last?
2-3 weeks
In which religion is Carnival connected to Lent?
Christianity
What is the traditional costume piece of this carnival?
Beads and necklaces
As part of the tradition, what do costumes at this carnival usually include? Bright colours, feathers or hats?
Feathers
Carnival comes from the Latin word "carne vale" meaning...
Farewell to meat, …it’s the last chance to enjoy meat and rich foods before Lent, when Christians traditionally stopped eating meat, dairy, and treats.
As a part of tradition and celebration, what do people wear for carnivals in Venice?
Masks
What is the meaning of the expression Mardi Gras?
The expression “Mardi Gras” comes from French
It literally means:
mardi = Tuesday
gras = fat
So “Mardi Gras” = “Fat Tuesday.”
What are the three colors of Mardi Gras?
Purple, Green and Gold
In Rio, where do the parades and samba competitions happen?
In the Sambodrome . A long stadium-like avenue in Rio de Janeiro where the main Carnival parades take place
When does the Cologne carnival officially start?
It starts officially on 11 November at 11:11.
How many different types of masks are there for this carnival?
Carnival in Venice features about 7–10 classic types of Venetian masks, each with its own style and history.
What day marks the end of Carnival in many countries?
Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday)
It’s the day before Ash Wednesday, which marks the start of Lent in the Christian calendar.
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?
The first day of Lent
What do masks symbolize during this carnival?
Anonymity, social equality, and freedom
Why did Carnival traditionally include large amounts of food and celebration?
Because people prepared for the fasting and restrictions of Lent