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