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