Defensores de animales y taurinos se enfrentan en España

The Tordesillas bull run, a traditional event in Spain, involves men on horseback and on foot chasing a bull before sacrificing it. This tradition, dating back to the 14th century, has faced opposition from animal rights activists. In response, the regional government banned the killing of bulls during the festival, though traditional bullfights remain unaffected. Recent events saw clashes between opponents and supporters, with police ensuring no bulls were harmed, and rain disrupting the event.

What makes the Tordesillas bull run different from other bullfighting events in Spain?

• It is a non-violent event.

• It involves chasing the bull through fields and forests.

• It takes place in a traditional bullfighting arena.

• It is held in the capital city of Spain.

When is the tradition of the Tordesillas bull run said to have originated?

• In the 16th century

• In the 20th century

• In the 14th century

• In the 18th century

What action did the regional government take in response to animal rights protests?

• They increased the number of bullfighting events.

• They prohibited the killing of bulls during the Tordesillas festival.

• They allowed the bull to be sacrificed.

• They banned all bullfighting events in Spain.

Where is Tordesillas located in relation to Madrid?

• 100 kilometers northeast

• 100 kilometers southwest

• 200 kilometers southeast

• 200 kilometers northwest

What factors contributed to the disruption of the Tordesillas event?

• A peaceful protest

• A lack of police presence

• Heavy rain and police intervention

• A shortage of bulls