VOICED : Reclaman que Colon y Cervantes eran catalanes

The video explores an unconventional tour in Barcelona that suggests Cristóbal Colón was Catalan, not Italian. It also claims that Miguel de Cervantes and his work, Don Quixote, have Catalan origins. These theories are met with skepticism due to a lack of scientific evidence. The video highlights the political tension between Spain and Catalonia, emphasizing how historical interpretations can become a battleground in the independence debate.

What is the main claim of the unconventional tour in Barcelona regarding Christopher Columbus?

• He never discovered America.

• He was originally from Portugal.

• He was a famous Italian explorer.

• He was Catalan, not Italian.

According to the theory, where was Miguel de Cervantes originally from?

• Valencia

• Seville

• Barcelona

• Madrid

What do the theorists claim about the original language of Don Quixote?

• It was written in Spanish.

• It was written in French.

• It was written in Italian.

• It was written in Catalan.

What is the main reason academics are skeptical about the theories presented?

• They are too recent.

• They are widely accepted.

• They are based on myths.

• They lack scientific evidence.

What broader political context is mentioned in relation to the historical interpretations?

• The independence movement in Catalonia.

• The rivalry between France and Spain.

• The colonization of the Americas.

• The unification of Italy.