Exploring the Highlights of the Fallas Festival 2018

The video explores the Fallas Festival in Valencia, Spain, detailing its historical origins, the creation and exhibition of Fallas and Ninots, judging criteria, and themes. It highlights the roles of Falleros and the flower parade, the pyrotechnical shows, and the grand finale, La Cremà. The festival is a vibrant celebration of art, tradition, and community spirit.

What is believed to be the origin of the Fallas Festival?

• A harvest festival

• A religious ceremony to honor saints

• A medieval tradition of burning winter debris

• A celebration of the summer solstice

What materials are used to construct a falla?

• Stone and clay

• Papier-mâché, polystyrene, and cardboard

• Fabric and glass

• Wood and metal

What is the significance of the 'ninot' in the Fallas Festival?

• It is used to start the fire during La Cremà

• It is a small statue that can be saved from burning

• It represents the patron saint of Valencia

• It is the largest sculpture of the festival

How are fallas judged in the festival?

• By the number of visitors they attract

• By their artistic and satirical content

• By the loudness of their fireworks

• By their height and size

What was the theme for the year's festival mentioned in the video?

• Tradition

• Nature

• Equilibrium

• Freedom

Who wears traditional Valencian costumes during the festival?

• Falleros and Falleras

• Judges and artists

• Visitors from other countries

• Children participants only

What is the purpose of the flower parade during the festival?

• To compete for the best costume

• To offer flowers to Our Lady of the Forsaken

• To decorate the city streets

• To select the best floral arrangement

What is 'La Mascletà' known for?

• Its floral displays

• Its costume parade

• Its traditional dances

• Its pyrotechnic show

What is celebrated with the Fire Parade on the last day of the festival?

• The beginning of spring

• The artistic achievements of the festival

• The historical battles of Valencia

• The communal spirit and joy of Valencia

What marks the climax of the Fallas Festival?

• The flower offering to Our Lady of the Forsaken

• The selection of the Fallera Mayor

• The Fire Parade

• La Cremà, the burning of the fallas