Carnival Comprehension Questions
When do most carnivals take place? Why do you think this time of year is chosen? They take place mostly in February Because it is closer to Easter Sunday.
What does the word ‘flamboyant’ mean? Strikingly, Bold or brilliant. As in it could be bright colours like the rainbow
Where do they celebrate Mardi Gras and what is an important symbol of this carnival? Mardi Gras is in New Orleans and the important symbol is the king cakes.
Why do you think Brazil is sometimes referred to as a ‘melting pot’ of culture? The Carnival in Brazil is not just a fun celebration but it is a chance to experience the diverse culture of country
Why is carnival so important to Brazil? Because it is time where you can experience the culture of the country
What is different about carnival season Germany and most other countries? Because it starts in November and also the people dress up even at work and school.
Why do you think carnivals are so popular across the world and attract so many visitors? Because they celebrate culture and also are very fun and flamboyant.
Why do you think people give up something for lent? Because it is preparing for the death and resurrection of Jesus
The text says that carnivals are often characterised by masks, flamboyant costumes, music and colourful floats and parades. What does this mean? That Carnivals are very colourful celebrations and they are very creative and a happy celebration.
Imagine you have attended a carnival. Describe in three paragraphs, what you have seen, heard and experienced. Use as much detail as possible.
I am at the carnival. I see so much colour there are so many costumes and masks everyone is so happy there are so many floats. Everyone is dancing and singing around. Everyone is walking around there are so many different cultures everyone is celebrating there cultures
I can hear all the people singing and all the floats driving down the roads. I can hear the people in the tents calling people to come watch the shows everyone is talking and laughing.
The carnival is so loud I am having so much fun I can't wait to come to another carnival there is so many people wearing cool costumes the shows in the tents are so cool I can't wait to come back
