I WONDER - When Was The Christ The Redeemer Statue Built?

The video explores the history of Christ the Redeemer, a statue that almost wasn't built. Initially proposed in the 1850s, the project gained traction in the 1920s, driven by a desire to promote nationalism and faith in Brazil. The Catholic Circle of Rio played a significant role in advocating for the statue. A design competition was held, resulting in the iconic statue created by French sculptor Paul Landowski and Brazilian engineer Heitor da Silva Costa.

When was the idea for a religious monument on Corcovado Mountain first proposed?

• 1920s

• 1850s

• 1900s

• 1950s

What was one of the main reasons for building Christ the Redeemer?

• To promote nationalism and faith

• To attract tourists

• To celebrate a military victory

• To mark a historical event

Which organization advocated for the construction of Christ the Redeemer?

• Local Artists Association

• UNESCO

• Catholic Circle of Rio

• Brazilian Government

Who were the key figures behind the winning design of Christ the Redeemer?

• Gustave Eiffel and Oscar Niemeyer

• Frank Lloyd Wright and Zaha Hadid

• Paul Landowski and Heitor da Silva Costa

• Antoni Gaudí and Le Corbusier

How was the design for Christ the Redeemer chosen?

• Via a global competition

• By a single artist's proposal

• By a public vote

• Through a government mandate