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What is the most famous folk festival in the world?
What is Oktoberfest.
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When is the bi-centennial Oktoberfest celebrated?

2010

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Name 3 foods that are traditionally served  at Oktoberfest.

grilled fish on a stick, Wurst, Bretzel.

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How many days does the festival last?
16 days.
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When does Oktoberfest end?
October 3rd
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How does Oktoberfest traditionally begin? Name 2 ways.
With a parade, a 12 gun salute, and the tapping of the first keg?
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Name one reason the Oktoberfest has been cancelled.
war, finances
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How many portable toilettes are set up for Oktoberfest?
at least 1,800.
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What does Volksfest mean in English?
Folk festival
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Why is October 3rd very important for the Germans besides Oktoberfest?
It is their reunification day.
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What was the reason for celebrating the 1st Oktoberfest?
The marriage of Therese of Saxe-Hildburghausen and King Ludwig I.
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In what city is original Oktoberfest celebrated?
Munich.
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About how many visitors go to Oktoberfest each year?
over 5 million visitors.
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About how many pounds of garbage are generated during the Oktoberfest?
Over 1,000 pounds
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At what time of day does Oktoberfest officially begin?
12:00 noon
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When was the first Oktoberfest celebrated?
1810
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In what country is Munich located?
Germany
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When did the "pipe bomb incident" happen?
1980
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Was Frau Adams in Munich at Oktoberfest during the time of the pipe bomb?
No, she went to Oktoberfest 3 days before the bomb went off. (Phew!!!!) Her dad freaked out, though. He called the White House to make sure she was safe.
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What are the two colors associated with Oktoberfest?

Blue and White

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When was the centennial Oktoberfest celebrated?
1910
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What state in German is Oktoberfest located
Bavaria.
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How many days long is Oktoberfest?
between 16 and 18, depending on when October 3 happens in comparison to the 1st Sunday of Oktober.
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Who taps the 1st keg?

The Mayor

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What is the most popular drink of Oktoberfest?
beer