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