- 1. When does the Carnival season typically begin in Haiti?
A) October
B) April
C) March
D) January
- 2. What traditional musical instrument is commonly used during Haitian Carnival?
A) Drum set
B) Rara
C) Guitar
D) Accordion
- 3. What significant historical event is celebrated during Haitian Carnival?
A) French Revolution
B) Haitian Independence
C) Russian Revolution
D) American Civil War
- 4. Which city is known for its vibrant and artistic paper-mâché masks in Haitian Carnival?
A) Gonaïves
B) Cap-Haïtien
C) Jacmel
D) Port-au-Prince
- 5. Who is the popular folkloric deity often associated with Haitian Carnival festivities?
A) Vishnu
B) Thor
C) Zeus
D) Baron Samedi
- 6. What do participants often wear during Haitian Carnival to conceal their identity?
A) Masks
B) Belts
C) Gloves
D) Capes
- 7. Which of the following is a common characteristic of Haitian Carnival costumes?
A) Simple and plain
B) Black and white
C) Neutral and monochromatic
D) Colorful and elaborate
- 8. Which historical figure is often depicted in Haitian Carnival celebrations to honor their contributions to Haiti?
A) Christopher Columbus
B) Napoleon Bonaparte
C) Jean-Jacques Dessalines
D) George Washington
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