Carnival Comprehension Questions
When do most carnivals take place? Why do you think this time of year is chosen?
Most carnivals take place in february in the build up to lent.
What does the word ‘flamboyant’ mean?
All the attention for their looks Flamboyant means extremely colourful and over-the-top.
Where do they celebrate Mardi Gras and what is an important symbol of this carnival?
The truth about purple and green and gold or mardi gas and in 1892 the rex parade theme.
Why do you think Brazil is sometimes referred to as a ‘melting pot’ of culture? The carnival season starts in november.
Why is carnival so important to Brazil?
Because it is a reflection of there way of life and gives
People the opportunity to exercise brazilian culture
The samborore is What is different about carnival season Germany and most other countries? Carnival is so important in Brazil because it is a reflection of their way of life and gives people the opportunity to experience Brazilian culture
Why do you think carnivals are so popular across the world? Various answers, such as the fact they are a spectacle, are lots of fun, they happen once a year.
and attract so many visitors? Often people give up something for Lent as it is a religious tradition, to prepare for the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ.
Why do you think people give up something for lent?
This means that these are the different things that make up a carnival and that you will see if you are at a carnival.
The text says that carnivals are often characterised by masks, flamboyant costumes, music and colourful floats and parades. What does this mean?
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