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