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20 Cards in this Set
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Where and when is Carnaval celebrated?
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The Carnaval celebrations originated in Sumeria more than 5,000 years ago.
Later, Spain, Portugal, and France. |
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What is Carnaval?
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Days before Lent is a celebration that includes parades and masks and is celebrated in February for a few days.
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Where is the most famous celebration?
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Spain
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How is Carnaval Celebrated today?
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With big elaborate parades and parties.
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Why do people wear masks during the Carnaval?
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Masks represent biblical allegories and distinct characters.
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Where and when was Celia Cruz born?
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October 21, 1925 in Cuba.
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When did Celia Cruz die?
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July 16, 2003
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What type of music does Celia sing?
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Cuban music, boleros, sones, chas-chas, danzones, y la salsa.
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What does her clothes, jewelry, and shoes represent?
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Independence and confidence. Power and mystery.
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What is the importance of El Tropicana for Celia?
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It is important because it represents her success and popularity.
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Why did Celia come to the US?
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Because the Cuban government became oppressive.
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What is Celia's nickname?
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La Reina, the queen.
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Where did the salsa come from?
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France, Spain and the American colonies.
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When did the salsa movement start?
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19th century
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What is the salsa a mix of?
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African rhythms
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What is the structure of a salsa song?
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Intro, Melody, Chorus, Rhythm, Finale
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What goal did Celia have?
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To sing in Carnegie Hall
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How many times was Celia nominated for a Grammy Award? When did she win?
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Nominated 12 times and won in 1989.
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Where did Celia get her doctorate degree?
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Yale University
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What did Celia suffer from?
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A brain tumor
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