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 gained fame with her 1971 book '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 significance of the Premio Cervantes for Elena Poñatowska?

• It is her first literary award.

• It is an award given only to Mexican authors.

• It is a significant recognition for women writers and her country.

• It is a recognition of her contributions to journalism.

What is 'La noche de Tlatelolco' about?

• A biography of a famous Mexican artist.

• The 1968 student massacre in Mexico.

• A collection of poems.

• A fictional story set in Spain.

How many women have received the Premio Cervantes before Poñatowska?

• Two

• Three

• Four

• Five

Which other prestigious award has Poñatowska received?

• The Nobel Prize in Literature

• The Pulitzer Prize

• The Rómulo Gallegos Prize

• The Booker Prize

When will the Premio Cervantes be presented to Poñatowska?

• On January 1

• On her birthday

• On April 23

• On December 31