Galicia: Language, History, and Natural Beauty

Galicia: Language, History, and Natural Beauty

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History

6th Grade - Professional Development

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The video explores Galicia's linguistic diversity, highlighting Galician as a key language alongside Spanish. It delves into Galicia's geography and history, including its Celtic roots and Roman influence. The Tower of Hercules, a significant Roman lighthouse, is discussed, followed by the historical and religious importance of Santiago de Compostela. The video concludes with a look at the natural beauty of the Cíes Islands, emphasizing their status as a protected nature reserve.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which language, besides Spanish, is officially recognized in Galicia?

Portuguese

Mirandez

Ladino

Galician

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the population of Galicia?

2.7 million

3.5 million

4.2 million

1.5 million

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which ancient structure in Galicia is the oldest Roman lighthouse still in use?

Eiffel Tower

Tower of London

Tower of Pisa

Tower of Hercules

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the capital city of Galicia?

Barcelona

Madrid

Valencia

Santiago de Compostela

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is believed to have brought Christianity to the Iberian Peninsula?

Saint John

Saint Paul

Saint Peter

Saint James the Great

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the archipelago off the coast of Galicia?

Azores

Cíes Islands

Canary Islands

Balearic Islands

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year were the Cíes Islands declared a nature reserve?

2000

1990

1980

1970