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Calle Ocho-Miami Carnival
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Post-Reading Questions

1. What is not related to “Eighth Street?”

a. It is Miami’s center of Cuban culture.

b. It is Calle Ocho in Spanish.

c. It is the single largest celebration of Latino culture in Europe.

d. It is the most popular street in “Little Prince.”

2. Why were entire streets blocked off?

a. to make room for music, dance, and other fun.

b. to bring the Hispanic community together.

c. to let the people know about Cuban culture.

d. to clean off the street

3. Today what is the event known as?

 

Answers

1. c

2. a

3. Carnaval Miami