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Portugal's tradition of Fado music
  • 1. What is Fado music?
A) A traditional music genre from Portugal
B) A type of heavy metal music
C) An African tribal music
D) A modern pop music style
  • 2. In which city did Fado music originate?
A) Coimbra
B) Lisbon
C) Faro
D) Porto
  • 3. What language are Fado songs typically sung in?
A) Italian
B) Spanish
C) Portuguese
D) French
  • 4. What instrument is commonly used in Fado music?
A) Drums
B) Piano
C) Guitar
D) Violin
  • 5. Who is considered the 'Queen of Fado'?
A) Mariza
B) Amália Rodrigues
C) Carlos do Carmo
D) Ana Moura
  • 6. Which Portuguese poet is often considered a major influence on Fado lyrics?
A) Sophia de Mello Breyner
B) Camilo Pessanha
C) Fernando Pessoa
D) Luís de Camões
  • 7. Who is known as the father of modern Fado?
A) Alfredo Marceneiro
B) Mariza
C) Amália Rodrigues
D) Carlos do Carmo
  • 8. What is 'Saudade'?
A) A traditional Portuguese dish
B) A type of dance in Portugal
C) A feeling of longing or nostalgia
D) A famous Fado musician
  • 9. What is the correct term for a Fado performance venue?
A) Teatro de Fado
B) Bar de Fado
C) Discoteca de Fado
D) Casa de Fado
  • 10. What is the meaning of the word 'Fado'?
A) Joy and happiness
B) Freedom and rebellion
C) Fate or destiny
D) Success and wealth
  • 11. What is a 'Fadista'?
A) A Fado instrumentalist
B) A Fado singer
C) A Fado composer
D) A Fado dancer
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