The Historic Streets of Ouro Preto
- 1. What is the meaning of 'Ouro Preto' in English?
A) Golden Path
B) Black Gold
C) Silver Town
D) Old City
- 2. In which state of Brazil is Ouro Preto located?
A) Bahia
B) Rio de Janeiro
C) Minas Gerais
D) São Paulo
- 3. Which mineral brought wealth to Ouro Preto during the colonial period?
A) Gold
B) Coal
C) Copper
D) Diamonds
- 4. Which architectural style is predominant in Ouro Preto?
A) Modernist
B) Art Deco
C) Baroque
D) Gothic
- 5. What is the name of the historic street known for its uneven cobblestones in Ouro Preto?
A) Avenida Central
B) Rua Direita
C) Rua Antiga
D) Calle Real
- 6. In what year was Ouro Preto declared a UNESCO World Heritage Site?
A) 1980
B) 2000
C) 1970
D) 1990
- 7. Which Brazilian independence leader was born in Ouro Preto?
A) Dom Pedro I
B) José Bonifácio
C) Tiradentes
D) Princesa Isabel
- 8. What is the name of the main square in Ouro Preto?
A) Praça da Liberdade
B) Praça de Mineração
C) Praça São Francisco
D) Praça Tiradentes
- 9. In which century did the gold rush contribute to the development of Ouro Preto?
A) 16th century
B) 18th century
C) 19th century
D) 17th century
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