Only In Belgium 7 - Mechanical Elephant in Antwerp

Only In Belgium 7 - Mechanical Elephant in Antwerp

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History, Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The transcript describes a magical event in Antwerp featuring a giant mechanical elephant and a puppet girl. This spectacle, part of the Summer of Antwerp festival, was created by the French theatre company The Royal Deluxe. The story involves a Sultan who built the elephant to find a marionette girl. Originally intended for children, the event captivated thousands in Antwerp and previously caused traffic chaos in London. The elephant is harmless and part of a unique Belgian experience.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main attraction of the Summer of Antwerp festival?

A giant mechanical elephant

A food festival

A fireworks display

A music concert

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is the owner of the time-traveling elephant?

The Mayor of Antwerp

A famous magician

The Sultan

A local artist

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the original purpose of the Sultan's Elephant?

To promote tourism

To find the giant puppet girl

To search for treasure

To entertain adults

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which theatre company created the giant mechanical elephant?

The Royal Deluxe

Cirque du Soleil

The National Theatre

The Globe Theatre

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the elephant first appear before coming to Antwerp?

London

New York

Berlin

Paris