Mardi Gras Question 1 out of 10What does Mardi Gras literally mean in French? Mardi Gras is French for “Fat Tuesday,” referring to the last day of indulgence before Lent begins.Big PartyFat TuesdayCarnival DayKing’s FeastYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 2 out of 10Which of these is a traditional Mardi Gras color? Purple represents justice, one of the three official Mardi Gras colors (purple, green, and gold).BlueRedPurpleBlackYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 3 out of 10Which New Orleans street is most famous during Mardi Gras? Bourbon Street is the most famous and lively street during Mardi Gras celebrations, especially for adults.Canal StreetRoyal StreetBourbon StreetDecatur StreetYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 4 out of 10What food traditionally hides a small plastic baby? King Cake traditionally contains a small plastic baby hidden inside.BeignetKing CakePralineGumboYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 5 out of 10Who is crowned the king of Carnival in New Orleans? Rex is known as the “King of Carnival” and has been a central Mardi Gras figure since the late 1800s.RexBacchusZuluEndymionYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 6 out of 10What type of music is most closely tied to New Orleans culture? Jazz was born in New Orleans and remains deeply tied to the city’s identity and celebrations.BluesRockCountryJazzYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 7 out of 10What are Mardi Gras beads and trinkets called? Beads, cups, and trinkets tossed from floats are called throws.GiftsTossesThrowsTokensYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 8 out of 10Which drink is famously associated with New Orleans nightlife? The Hurricane cocktail is a New Orleans classic, famously served in large, curved glasses.MartiniHurricaneMojitoMargaritaYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 9 out of 10What is a Second Line? A Second Line refers to people who join behind a parade, dancing and celebrating to live music.A backup paradeA follow along dance parade traditionA parade rehearsalA marching band sectionYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit AnswerQuestion 10 out of 10Which seafood is especially popular during Mardi Gras season? Crawfish are especially popular during late winter and early spring, aligning perfectly with Mardi Gras seasonShrimpOystersCrabCrawfishYou must select an answer before proceeding to the next question.Submit Answer Subscribe to AMAC Daily News and Games Email If You Enjoy Games Like This - Subscribe to the AMAC Daily Newsletter! It's easy and FREE Subscribe Today! First Name Last Name Email *By providing your email address and subscribing, you agree to allow AMAC to send you "Join AMAC" emails, if you are not already an AMAC Member. Share Read more articles by The Association of Mature American Citizens Subscribe Notify of new follow-up comments new replies to my comments Label Name* Email* Label Name* Email* 20 Comments Most Voted Newest Oldest Inline Feedbacks View all comments Coco 3 months ago 6/10 Oh my. Once traveling through Louisiana, we stopped at a Visitor’s Center. They were serving cake. I bit into something and lo and behold, it was a plastic baby! Thinking the bakery had accidentally dropped a decor in the cake, I told the woman and she yelled out, “we have a winner!” to my surprise! Never heard of Kings Cake prior to that day. Ha! Red Diver 3 months ago Too bad this is all about the second Madri Gras…first and original Madri Gras is Mobile Alabama Judith Dunn 3 months ago As Mari Gras is french and we got Louisiana from them and not Alabama I beg to differ T Smith 3 months ago Never heard of a drink called “Hurricane”. J. FARLEY 3 months ago 8 for 10, I was in New Orleans once, Flew in and drove to Hattiesburg Mississippi. 1989! God Bless America! Coco 3 months ago 6/10 Oh my. Once traveling through Louisiana, we stopped at a Visitor’s Center. They were serving cake. I bit into something and lo and behold, it was a plastic baby! Thinking the bakery had accidentally dropped a decor in the cake, I told the woman and she yelled out, “we have a winner!” to my surprise! Never heard of Kings Cake prior to that day. Ray R. 3 months ago 9/10. Only because we lived in Baton Rouge for 11 years. shandahon 3 months ago 6/10…all guesses….never been….hahahaha Lilly 3 months ago 7/10 Mary 3 months ago 6/10 Every one a guess. Some good, some not so good. Walt 3 months ago 9 correct Lana 3 months ago 50%. I knew those answers. The rest were gueses. KateL 3 months ago 6/10. I did better than I thought I would. I’ve never been the partying type; never been to New Orleans and have no desire to go. I knew two, rest were guesses. MinCon 3 months ago 7/10 Was only in New Orleans once as a teen with my parents since they knew someone who lived there. We did go to Mardi Gras, and I remember it was crowded. This was back in the 70’s! Oh no 3 months ago Too many obvious misses. Not the partier I once was Melinda C 3 months ago 4/10, biggest bomb ever! Even my guesses were wrong. Better luck next time. Sam 3 months ago 10/10. Lucked out on 2 guesses… Philly 3 months ago 10 for 10…a few educated guesses Login Login Join Renew Member Benefits Newsline Member Benefits Advocacy Our Actions About Advocacy Issues Get Involved Weekly Update Annual Report Find Your Representative AMAC App Better for America Podcast Book Club AMAC Blog FAQ About Us Overview Our Team Our Stance on Key Issues Magazine Medicare Games Voice Your Opinion in AMAC Polls AMAC in the Media AMAC Action AMAC Foundation Social Security Guarantee Prime Directives Brief Prime Directives Details The AMAC Store Sweepstakes AMAC Active Contact Advertise with AMAC Terms & Conditions Privacy Policy wpDiscuz200Would love your thoughts, please comment.x()x| ReplyInsert
