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Themes in Fado Music

Description: Fado music is a genre of Portuguese music that is characterized by its melancholic and emotional lyrics. Fado is often associated with the themes of love, loss, and longing. This quiz will test your knowledge of the themes that are commonly found in Fado music.
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What is the most common theme found in Fado music?

  1. Love

  2. Loss

  3. Longing

  4. Joy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Love is the most common theme found in Fado music. Fado songs often explore the different aspects of love, such as passion, heartbreak, and longing.

Which of the following is not a common theme in Fado music?

  1. Death

  2. Poverty

  3. Immigration

  4. Happiness


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Happiness is not a common theme in Fado music. Fado songs are typically melancholic and emotional, and they often explore themes of love, loss, and longing.

What is the traditional setting for a Fado performance?

  1. A concert hall

  2. A bar

  3. A restaurant

  4. A church


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Fado is traditionally performed in a bar or restaurant. These venues provide an intimate setting for the performance of Fado music.

Which of the following is a famous Fado singer?

  1. Amália Rodrigues

  2. Mariza

  3. Ana Moura

  4. Carlos do Carmo


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Amália Rodrigues is one of the most famous Fado singers of all time. She is known for her powerful voice and her emotional performances.

What is the name of the traditional Portuguese guitar that is used to accompany Fado music?

  1. Viola

  2. Guitarra Portuguesa

  3. Cavaquinho

  4. Bandolim


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Guitarra Portuguesa is a traditional Portuguese guitar that is used to accompany Fado music. It has 12 strings and is played with a plectrum.

Which of the following is a famous Fado song?

  1. 'O Fado'

  2. 'A Casa da Mariquinhas'

  3. 'O Teu Nome'

  4. 'Povo Que Lavas no Rio'


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

'O Teu Nome' is a famous Fado song that was written by Amália Rodrigues. It is a song about love and loss.

What is the name of the traditional dance that is associated with Fado music?

  1. Fado

  2. Vira

  3. Corridinho

  4. Malhão


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vira is a traditional Portuguese dance that is associated with Fado music. It is a lively dance that is often performed by couples.

Which of the following is a famous Fado singer from the 21st century?

  1. Amália Rodrigues

  2. Mariza

  3. Ana Moura

  4. Carlos do Carmo


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Mariza is a famous Fado singer from the 21st century. She is known for her powerful voice and her emotional performances.

What is the name of the traditional Portuguese instrument that is used to accompany Fado music?

  1. Viola

  2. Guitarra Portuguesa

  3. Cavaquinho

  4. Bandolim


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Guitarra Portuguesa is a traditional Portuguese instrument that is used to accompany Fado music. It has 12 strings and is played with a plectrum.

Which of the following is a famous Fado song from the 20th century?

  1. 'O Fado'

  2. 'A Casa da Mariquinhas'

  3. 'O Teu Nome'

  4. 'Povo Que Lavas no Rio'


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

'A Casa da Mariquinhas' is a famous Fado song from the 20th century that was written by Amália Rodrigues. It is a song about a woman who is waiting for her lover to return.

What is the name of the traditional Portuguese dance that is associated with Fado music?

  1. Fado

  2. Vira

  3. Corridinho

  4. Malhão


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vira is a traditional Portuguese dance that is associated with Fado music. It is a lively dance that is often performed by couples.

Which of the following is a famous Fado singer from the 20th century?

  1. Amália Rodrigues

  2. Mariza

  3. Ana Moura

  4. Carlos do Carmo


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Carlos do Carmo is a famous Fado singer from the 20th century. He is known for his powerful voice and his emotional performances.

What is the name of the traditional Portuguese instrument that is used to accompany Fado music?

  1. Viola

  2. Guitarra Portuguesa

  3. Cavaquinho

  4. Bandolim


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Guitarra Portuguesa is a traditional Portuguese instrument that is used to accompany Fado music. It has 12 strings and is played with a plectrum.

Which of the following is a famous Fado song from the 19th century?

  1. 'O Fado'

  2. 'A Casa da Mariquinhas'

  3. 'O Teu Nome'

  4. 'Povo Que Lavas no Rio'


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

'O Fado' is a famous Fado song from the 19th century that was written by Alfredo Marceneiro. It is a song about the history of Fado music.

What is the name of the traditional Portuguese dance that is associated with Fado music?

  1. Fado

  2. Vira

  3. Corridinho

  4. Malhão


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The Vira is a traditional Portuguese dance that is associated with Fado music. It is a lively dance that is often performed by couples.

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