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