VOICED : Luchadores de sumo reciben el Ano Nuevo

In Japan, sumo wrestlers perform a New Year ritual despite cold weather, attracting nearly 3,000 spectators at a Tokyo shrine. Hakuho, a prominent sumo wrestler, continues to compete despite challenges like rain and a decline in the sport's popularity due to corruption and violence. He aims to revive interest in sumo through hard work.

What is the main reason sumo wrestlers perform a ritual at the start of the year?

• To practice their skills

• To attract more spectators

• To honor the New Year

• To celebrate their victories

How many tournaments has Hakuho won in his career?

• 30

• 25

• 35

• 20

What challenge did Hakuho face during the ritual performance?

• High temperatures

• Strong winds

• Heavy snowfall

• Rainy and slippery conditions

What has contributed to the decline in popularity of sumo wrestling?

• Lack of media coverage

• Increased competition from other sports

• High cost of training

• Scandals involving corruption and violence

What is Hakuho's approach to reviving interest in sumo wrestling?

• Promoting international tournaments

• Training more young wrestlers

• Working hard to improve the sport's image

• Reducing the number of matches