Intermediate

Think of Mardi Gras in Louisiana and most people think of New Orleans! But the residents of Louisiana outside of New Orleans celebrate Mardi Gras in their own unique ways. Celebrations can vary from community to community. This video (approx 30 minutes) and accompanying worksheets document their cultural celebrations and include chicken runs, dancing, begging, costumes and many activities which are truly unique to the Cajuns of Louisiana. The video explains the historical basis of the celebrations and their importance to the people of the region. 2009. The DVD has both English and French, and accompanying activity book in English includes script, viewing and post-viewing activities and answers.

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