What does ‘Mardi Gras’ translate to in English?
A Fat Tuesday
B Pancake Day
C Lent Eve
Fact: Mardi Gras means ‘Fat Tuesday’ in French, symbolizing a day of indulgence before Lent. It is traditionally a time when people feast on rich, fatty foods like meat, eggs, and cheese to clear out their pantries in preparation for the fasting and penance of the Lenten season.
Correct Answer: Fat Tuesday