History
What does “Mardi Gras” mean in French?
Fat Tuesday
What U.S. city is most famous for Mardi Gras celebrations?
New Orleans
What color joins purple and green as an official Mardi Gras color?
Gold
What colorful dessert is traditionally eaten during Mardi Gras season?
King Cake
What fried dough pastry covered in powdered sugar is popular in New Orleans?
Beignets
What is the Christian season that comes right before Mardi Gras?
Lent
What Brazilian city is famous for its massive Carnival parade at the Sambadrome?
Rio de Janeiro
What is the name of the traditional Mardi Gras parade throws besides beads?
Doubloons
Samba music is most associated with Carnival in which country?
Brazil
What New Orleans music genre developed from African American communities and became central to Mardi Gras?
Jazz
Mardi Gras is the day before which important Christian observance?
Ash Wednesday
What country hosts the large Toronto Caribbean Carnival celebration?
Canada
What does the color purple represent in Mardi Gras symbolism?
Justice
What small object is hidden inside a King Cake?
A small plastic baby
What seafood dish combining shrimp and sausage is commonly served during Carnival season?
Gumbo
In what U.S. state was the first Mardi Gras celebration held in 1703?
Alabama
Which European country is known for the Venice Carnival and elaborate masks?
Italy
What are the decorated parade groups that organize Mardi Gras celebrations called?
Krewes
What spicy rice dish is popular during Mardi Gras celebrations?
Jambalaya
What famous neighborhood in New Orleans is known for its historic buildings and Mardi Gras celebrations?
The French Quarter
In what year did New Orleans first celebrate Mardi Gras?
1727
What energetic Caribbean music style is popular during Trinidad and Tobago’s Carnival?
Soca
What traditional Mardi Gras parade float often carries a person dressed as a king?
The Rex float
What famous New Orleans square is often a gathering place for musicians during Mardi Gras?
Jackson Square
What nickname is New Orleans often called because of its music and culture?
The Big Easy