VOICED : El cantautor cubano Pablo Milanés falleció en Madrid

VOICED : El cantautor cubano Pablo Milanés falleció en Madrid

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Pablo Milanés, a renowned Cuban singer-songwriter, passed away at 79 in Madrid. His death was confirmed by his artistic office after being hospitalized due to recurrent infections. Cuban Prime Minister Manuel Marrero Cruz expressed condolences, highlighting the cultural loss. Despite health issues, Milanés was expected to return to the stage after canceling concerts in Spain and the Dominican Republic. A founder of the nueva trova movement, he is celebrated for songs like 'Yolanda' and 'El breve espacio'. Born in Bayamo in 1943, Milanés initially supported the Cuban revolution but later distanced himself while maintaining a connection with his people through music.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did Pablo Milanés pass away?

Barcelona

Santiago

Havana

Madrid

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of the Cuban Prime Minister to Pablo Milanés' death?

He expressed condolences on Twitter.

He organized a public memorial.

He announced a national holiday.

He did not comment.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What health issues did Pablo Milanés face before his death?

Heart disease

Cancer

Recurrent infections

Diabetes

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which musical movement is Pablo Milanés associated with?

Reggaeton

Salsa

Bolero

Nueva Trova

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Pablo Milanés' relationship with the Cuban revolution?

He supported it initially but later distanced himself.

He was indifferent to it.

He was a vocal critic throughout his life.

He opposed it from the start.