Across
- 1. the person who starts the celebration of carnival
- 3. a large group of people that come together
- 5. an outfit that people wear for a special occasion that is not their usual clothing
- 7. a christian practice of fasting in preparation for Easter that starts right after carnival
- 9. a person who moves their body to music and performs in parades during carnival
- 12. a big, decorated, moving vehicle that goes down the street in parades
- 14. a celebration that involves many people marching down the street singing, chanting and dancing
- 15. the city in Brazil where the biggest carnival celebrations take place
- 16. the presentation of music, dance, acting or some other kind of entertainment
Down
- 2. sounds with rhythm and music that people sing and dance to in celebration
- 4. the beat or pattern of music
- 5. a big festival that lasts for many days and includes dancing, music, costumes and parades
- 6. part of a costume for your face that many people wear during carnival
- 8. a celebration with many people that can include eating, drinking, dancing, and talking with others
- 10. small pieces of colorful paper or plastic that rain down during a celebration
- 11. a musical performance that people attend in large crowds
- 13. a gathering of people to do an activity or have fun together in honor of something
