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What is the significance of the town of Oruro in Bolivia?
It is home to the world renowned Oruro Carnival.
What does the Oruro Carnival in Bolivia feature?
Spectacular folk dances, extravagant costumes, and lively music.
What was the ancient town of Uru Uru known for?
It was a religious destination for the Aymara and Quechua people of the Andes.
What does the text suggest about the founding of Oruro by the Spanish?
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What is the historical origin of the Oruro Carnival?
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What was the primary reason for the introduction of Christianity by the Europeans to the Aymara and Quechua people?
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What is the significance of the festival of Ito in relation to the Aymara and Quechua people?
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What led to the birth of Oruro Carnival as a religious celebration?
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What does Carnival primarily celebrate in Oruro, Bolivia?
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What is the origin of the word 'Carnival' and why is it significant in relation to Oruro?
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What is the location of the Oruro Carnival?
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What are some key features of the Oruro Carnival?
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How many people does the Oruro Carnival draw annually?
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What is the historical origin of the Oruro Carnival?
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What was the ancient name for the town of Oruro?
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What was the impact of the European encroachment on the religious practices of the Aymara and Quechua people?
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How did the Oruro Carnival come to reflect the diverse cultural history of Oruro?
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What is the significance of the word 'Carnival' in relation to Lent and the 10-day festival in Oruro?
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How did the upper and middle class of Oruro begin to embrace the Indigenous culture and lifestyle?
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What miraculous event in the early days of the town does Carnival in Oruro, Bolivia commemorate according to local belief?
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