PHILIPPINES: MANILA: STATUE OF THE BLACK NAZARENE (2)

The video describes the annual procession of the Black Nazarene statue from St. John the Baptist Church. Thousands of devotees gather, believing in the statue's miraculous powers. Despite the heat and risk of stampede, many attempt to touch the statue or its guiding rope. The statue, crafted by an unknown Mexican sculptor in 1606, is brought out only twice a year. The event requires significant crowd control due to the large number of attendees.

What were the people outside the St. John the Baptist Church eagerly waiting for?

• A musical concert

• The emergence of the Black Nazarene statue

• A sports event

• A political rally

Why do people scramble to touch the Black Nazarene statue?

• It is made of gold

• It is believed to have miraculous powers

• It is a rare artifact

• It is a symbol of wealth

How many marshals were deployed to manage the crowd during the procession?

• 500

• 1000

• 2000

• 1500

Who created the statue of the Black Nazarene?

• A famous Italian artist

• A Spanish architect

• A renowned Filipino craftsman

• An unknown Mexican sculptor

How often is the Black Nazarene statue brought out of the church?

• Every week

• Every month

• Twice a year

• Once a year