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