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Fado: The Soulful Music of Portugal
Contributed by: Henry
  • 1. Which city is considered the birthplace of Fado?
A) Rome
B) Madrid
C) Lisbon
D) Paris
  • 2. What language are Fado songs typically sung in?
A) Italian
B) Spanish
C) Portuguese
D) French
  • 3. Who is considered the 'Queen of Fado'?
A) Ana Moura
B) Maria Severa
C) Carlos do Carmo
D) Amália Rodrigues
  • 4. What is the role of the guitarra Portuguesa in Fado music?
A) It sets the beat and rhythm
B) It sings the main lyrics
C) It produces background sounds
D) It provides melodic accompaniment
  • 5. What are the main elements of Fado music?
A) Accordion, clarinet, and cello
B) Flute, violin, and trumpet
C) Voice, guitar, and emotion
D) Drums, saxophone, and piano
  • 6. What does the term 'Fado' translate to in English?
A) Happiness
B) Fate
C) Love
D) Strength
  • 7. What are the themes commonly found in Fado lyrics?
A) Adventure and excitement
B) Love, longing, and destiny
C) Humor and satire
D) War and politics
  • 8. When did Fado receive UNESCO Intangible Cultural Heritage status?
A) 1990
B) 2011
C) 2003
D) 2018
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