BLACK AND WHITE CARNIVAL
In January a
colorful world comes
Nariño, a department located in the
south west of Colombia. In all its towns’
street and mainly in Pasto, its capital
city, there is happiness in the people
and everything becomes a fantasy.
For many years thousands of artists
gather in this place to show their work
at many events such as carnival
parades. The artisan’s task is the
preparation of costumes, drawings,
banners and floats that evoke Nariño’s
history, culture and value to “the Pacha Mama” as the center of all activity. It is very common
in days of carnival to see how people’s faces are painted in different colors, which joins them
around of the celebration and the enjoyment.
1. What is other possible title for the article?
a. A world of sadness.
b. A popular carnival.
c. A party for rich people.
d. January, a sad month.
2. What is the intention of the author?
a. T give an information about the black and white carnival.
b. To tell that Nariño is located to the north of Colombia.
c. To introduce a topic about that poets create many works for the carnival.
d. To create an image about the carnival.
3. What is the meaning of Carnival based on the text?
a. Games realized in many cities.
b. Image created from imagination.
c. Popular party that is celebrated in some days and has costumes and parades.
d. Some clothing
4. How can be a float?
a. A large and luxurious car with beautiful decorations.
b. A big boat with many people.
c. An image with some pictures.
d. A common car.