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Fado: The Soulful Music of Portugal
Contributed by: Henry
  • 1. Which city is considered the birthplace of Fado?
A) Rome
B) Lisbon
C) Madrid
D) Paris
  • 2. What language are Fado songs typically sung in?
A) Portuguese
B) Italian
C) French
D) Spanish
  • 3. Who is considered the 'Queen of Fado'?
A) Maria Severa
B) Carlos do Carmo
C) Amália Rodrigues
D) Ana Moura
  • 4. What does the term 'Fado' translate to in English?
A) Fate
B) Strength
C) Happiness
D) Love
  • 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) 2003
B) 2011
C) 1990
D) 2018
  • 7. What are the main elements of Fado music?
A) Drums, saxophone, and piano
B) Voice, guitar, and emotion
C) Flute, violin, and trumpet
D) Accordion, clarinet, and cello
  • 8. What is the role of the guitarra Portuguesa in Fado music?
A) It produces background sounds
B) It sings the main lyrics
C) It provides melodic accompaniment
D) It sets the beat and rhythm
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