VOICED : Poniatowska gana premio Cervantes

Mexican novelist Elena Poñatowska was awarded the Premio Cervantes for her literary career and dedication to journalism. This recognition is significant for women writers and Mexico. Poñatowska is known for her 1971 work 'La noche de Tlatelolco', about the 1968 student massacre in Mexico. Only four women have received this prestigious Spanish award since 1976. Poñatowska, 81, has also won the Rómulo Gallegos Prize and France's Legion of Honor. The Premio Cervantes will be presented on April 23 in Madrid.

What is the main reason Elena Poñatowska was awarded the Premio Cervantes?

• For her scientific research

• For her political career

• For her work in various literary genres and journalism

• For her contributions to Mexican cuisine

Why did Poñatowska consider the Premio Cervantes important?

• It was a significant recognition for women writers and her country

• It was a financial reward

• It was her first literary award

• It was a recognition of her acting career

What historical event is depicted in Poñatowska's 'La noche de Tlatelolco'?

• The fall of the Aztec Empire

• The 1968 student massacre in Mexico

• The signing of NAFTA

• The Mexican Revolution

How many women, including Poñatowska, have received the Premio Cervantes?

• Six

• Four

• Eight

• Two

Which other prestigious award has Poñatowska received?

• The Nobel Prize in Literature

• The Pulitzer Prize

• The Rómulo Gallegos Prize

• The Booker Prize