VOICED : Elefantes deportistas en festival de Nepa

In Chidwan, Nepal, elephants are guided by their mahuts across the Rapati River. These mahuts, whose name means 'elephant rider' in Hindi, also bathe the elephants. After their work, the elephants prepare for a festival in their honor, participating in sports like races and football, and even a beauty contest. Despite their size, the elephants show agility and enthusiasm, especially during football matches, delighting the audience with their playful antics.

What is the role of mahuts in the lives of the elephants in Chidwan?

• They are responsible for feeding the elephants.

• They are veterinarians for the elephants.

• They guide and bathe the elephants.

• They train the elephants for circus performances.

What activities do the elephants participate in during the festival?

• Only football matches

• Various sports including races and football

• Only races

• Only beauty contests

How long does the festival in honor of the elephants last?

• Ten days

• One week

• Five days

• Three days

What is notable about the elephants' participation in sports?

• They are slow and clumsy.

• They show unexpected agility.

• They refuse to participate.

• They only participate in beauty contests.

What reaction does the audience have to the elephants' performance in sports?

• They are excited and joyful.

• They are confused.

• They are disappointed.

• They are indifferent.