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