Only In Belgium 7 - Mechanical Elephant in Antwerp

The transcript describes a magical show in Antwerp featuring a giant mechanical elephant and a puppet girl. The spectacle, part of the Summer of Antwerp festival, tells the story of a Sultan searching for a marionette girl with his time-traveling elephant. Created by the French theatre company The Royal Deluxe, the elephant first appeared in London, causing traffic chaos. The show captivated thousands in Antwerp, and the mechanical elephant is harmless despite its size.

What is the main theme of the event described in the introduction?

• A historical reenactment

• A magical show with giant puppets

• A music festival

• A sports competition

Who is the owner of the mechanical elephant?

• A local artist

• The Sultan

• A famous magician

• The Mayor of Antwerp

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

• To entertain adults

• To promote tourism

• To transport goods

• To search for a giant girl

Which theatre company created the Sultan's Elephant?

• The French Puppeteers

• The London Theatre Group

• The Antwerp Players

• The Royal Deluxe

Where did the mechanical elephant first appear before coming to Antwerp?

• Berlin

• Paris

• New York

• London