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Why do you think Carnival became an important expression of Caribbean identity?
 
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Question 2

Which common mineral is composed entirely of silicon and oxygen?
 
  A) calcite
  B) diamond
  C) olivine
  D) quartz



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Answer to Question 1

A dimension of Carnival is the transcendence of roles and role-playing in general. Since the Caribbean had a strict racial and non-compromising if not demeaning treatment of slaves in the plantation economic model, Carnival became an outlet for the oppressed to celebrate and display humanity in a difficult scenario.

Answer to Question 2

Answer: D



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