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