VOICED : Naufrago vuelve a su pueblo natal

José Salvador Alvarenga, known as the Salvadoran castaway, reunited with his family in Garita Palmera after eight years. The community celebrated his return, with one neighbor composing a song inspired by his story. Alvarenga had been lost at sea for over a year after his boat broke down while shark fishing off the Mexican Pacific coast. He was found in the Marshall Islands and returned to El Salvador. Despite his return, he still feels unwell, and doctors advised against going near the sea due to his phobia.

How long was José Salvador Alvarenga away from his hometown before reuniting with his family?

• Twelve years

• Ten years

• Eight years

• Five years

What was the reaction of Alvarenga's neighbors upon his return?

• They were indifferent

• They were skeptical

• They were joyful

• They were confused

What was the primary reason for Alvarenga's year-long ordeal at sea?

• A storm destroyed his boat

• He got lost while fishing

• His boat broke down

• He was caught in a current

Where was Alvarenga found after his ordeal at sea?

• The Galapagos Islands

• The Bahamas

• The Marshall Islands

• Hawaii

What advice did doctors give to Alvarenga's family regarding his recovery?

• To encourage him to talk about his experience

• To provide him with a special diet

• To ensure he gets plenty of rest

• To keep him away from the sea