Only In Spain 2 - Tomatina Food Fight

La Tomatina is an annual festival in Spain where thousands gather to throw tomatoes at each other, creating rivers of tomato sauce. The event, which involves dumping 130 tons of tomatoes, is the world's largest tomato fight. It began in the 1940s with a food fight among youngsters. The festival concludes with a massive cleanup.

What unique event takes place in Spain involving tomatoes?

• A tomato cooking competition

• A tomato throwing festival

• A tomato growing contest

• A tomato tasting event

How many tons of tomatoes are used during the Tomatina festival?

• 100 tons

• 200 tons

• 50 tons

• 130 tons

Approximately how many people participated in the Tomatina event?

• 10,000

• 20,000

• 40,000

• 30,000

In which decade did the Tomatina festival originate?

• 1980s

• 1940s

• 1920s

• 1960s

What was the initial cause of the Tomatina festival?

• A food fight among youngsters

• A celebration of a good harvest

• A traditional Spanish dance

• A protest against vegetable prices