ENTERTAINMENT-FRANCE-BULLFIGHTING-WOMEN

Marie Barcelo has always aspired to be a torreira, a female bullfighter, and trains at a bullfighting school in Southern France. Despite the male-dominated field, she finds inspiration in Cristina Sanchez, a legendary torreira. Marie's coach praises her physical prowess, and her passion for bullfighting began in childhood, supported by her family. She aims to pass the Alternativa, a test to become a fully-fledged matador, a feat no French woman has achieved. The video explores the cultural significance of bullfighting and Marie's journey in this challenging arena.

What motivated Marie Barcelo to pursue bullfighting?

• She wanted to prove women can succeed in a man's world.

• She was inspired by Cristina Sanchez.

• She enjoyed watching bullfights on TV.

• Her parents were bullfighters.

How did Marie's coach describe her physical abilities?

• She needs to improve her stamina.

• She is as fast as the boys during runs.

• She struggles to keep up with the training.

• She is stronger than most men.

At what age did Marie express her desire to bullfight?

• 10 or 12 years old

• 16 or 17 years old

• 8 or 9 years old

• 14 or 15 years old

What does Marie keep in her bedroom as a symbol of her bullfighting journey?

• A bullfighting trophy

• A picture of her first bull

• Her first glittering outfit

• A letter from her idol

What is Marie's ultimate goal in her bullfighting career?

• To open her own bullfighting school

• To become the first French woman to pass the Alternativa

• To train under a famous matador

• To win a national bullfighting championship