Geography and History
What country is Venice located in?
Italy
When is the Carnival usually held?
January-February
沃爾托 in English
Volto
What happens at the Baiming Festival, but not at the Venice Carnival?
A. people wear masks
B. people play drums
C. people celebrate with family and friends
D. people have fun
B. people play drums
What country celebrates Cinco de Mayo?
Mexico
What is Venice's special geographical feature?
A city built on water
What is one activity during the carnival?
Mask competition, concert, costumes, etc.
white full-face mask with black cloak
Bauta
Why is preserving culture important?
free answer
What country celebrates St. Patrick's Day?
Ireland
When did the Venice Carnival begin?
11th-12th century
Which of these does NOT describe the Venice Carnival?
A. mystery
B. fun
C. dull
D. beautiful
C. dull
black mask with bird beak shape
Medico della Peste
Why is leaning about other countries' cultures important?
free answer
What city is famous for Mardi Gras in the USA?
A. LA
B. New York
C. New Orleans
D. Chicago
C. New Orleans
What happened in 1979?
The modern carnival started again
Which of these does NOT occur during the festival?
A. parade
B. mask competition
C. concert
D. street performance
A. parade
Which mask does not cover the full face?
Colombina
Read: It broadens international perspectives, teaches respect for different cultures, and helps people learn about interesting traditions around the world.
It broadens international perspectives, teaches respect for different cultures, and helps people learn about interesting traditions around the world.
What country celebrates Phi Ta Kon?
Thailand
Why did people wear masks?
To hide who they are
Which festival in the USA do people also wear masks?
A. Christmas
B. Mardi Gras
C. Cinco De Mayo
D. Fourth of July
B. Mardi Gras
What is a traditional material used to make masks?
A. ceramic
B. plastic
C. paper mache
D. leather
C. paper mache
Read: It helps preserve history and culture, pass down traditions, and allow more people to learn about cultural uniqueness.
It helps preserve history and culture, pass down traditions, and allow more people to learn about cultural uniqueness.
What is a mask party called in English?
A. hidden face festival
B. costume banquet
C. masquerade ball
D. secret dance banquet
C. masquerade ball