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What does 'Mardi Gras' mean in English?
Fat Tuesday
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These are the people who brought Mardi Gras to the Americas when they explored the upper Gulf of Mexico in the late 1600s.
Who are the French?
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Its capital is Baton Rouge; it is also home to the New Orleans Saints.
What is Louisiana
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Why were the 13th century French paraders wearing masks?
A) They thought it was Halloween
B) To avoid paying taxes
C) Uh...because of COVID
To avoid paying taxes
100
On Shrove Tuesday people make this food to use up rich foods like eggs, milk, and sugar before the Lenten fast begins?
What is pancakes.
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What is another name for the Mardi Gras holiday?
A) Carnival
B) Celebration
C) Circus
Carnival
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"Carnivale" or "Carnaval" is derived from the Latin word "carnelevare." What does that mean in English?
To remove meat
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This is the name of the religious day that follows Mardi Gras.
What is Ash Wednesday?
200
The city of New Orleans is located on this river.
What is The Mississippi River
200
If you say “Throw me something, mister!” in New Orleans on Mardi Gras, what will they throw at you?
Beads
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What is the signature Mardi Gras dessert in New Orleans?
What is a King Cake.
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Which city in Brazil is Carnival famously celebrated in?
A) Sao Paulo
B) Rio De Janeiro
C) Salvador
Rio De Janeiro, Brazil
300
"Laissez les bon temps rouler" is a phrase associated with Mardi Gras. What does it translate to?
Let the good times roll
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In some countries, Epiphany marks the start of the Carnival season, which lasts through Mardi Gras Day. What is another name for Epiphany (also the name of a Shakespeare play).
What is Twelfth Night.
300
The largest domed stadium in the world is located in New Orleans.
What is the Superdome.
300
Before the COVID-19 pandemic, when was the most recent cancellation of New Orleans' Mardi Gras parades?
1945
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What are beignets?
a. A type of donut
b. A type of crepe
c. A type of cake
A type of Donut
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Where is Carnival famously celebrated in Europe?
A) Paris, France
B) London, England
C) Venice, Italy
Venice, Italy
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In Italy they say "Viva il Carnevale!". What does this mean in English?
Long live Carnival!
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In what century was the earliest known carnival celebration?
a. 13th century
b. 17th century
c. 19th century
What is the 13th Century.
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In 2005, New Orleans was hit by this natural disaster.
What is Hurricane Katrina.
400
The groups that organize New Orleans Mardi Gras parades called Krewes. One famous Krewe is The Krewe of Bacchus. Bacchus is the Roman god of what?
Wine.
400
This soup or stew originated in Louisiana and is a combination of strong tasting fish and meat. It is usually served with rice.
Gumbo.
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What do many people wear for Carnival in Europe?
A) Masks and Costumes
B) Suits and Ties
C) Pajamas and Night Caps
Masks and Costumes
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The term "Shrove Tuesday" originates from the word "shrive," which means to confess ____ and receive absolution.
sins
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What are the three colours of Mardi Gras?
Purple, Green, and Gold.
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This language, with its rich blend of French, Spanish, African, and Native American influences, is often spoken in New Orleans
What is Creole.
500
The success of a Mardi Gras parade is measured in what?
a. Pancakes Eaten
b. Number of Parade attendees
c. Trash
c. Trash
500
What is traditionally hidden inside a king cake?
A plastic baby
500
True or False: The street carnival of Rio de Janeiro is designated by Guinness World Records as the largest carnival in the world, with approximately two million people each day.
A) True
B) False
True
