Spanish Culture Quiz # 7

What ancient ball game was played by Mesoamerican civilizations?

• Jai alai

• El juego de pelota

• El fútbol

• El baloncesto

Which two teams have the biggest soccer rivalry in Spain?

• Sevilla and Valencia

• Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid

• Real Madrid and FC Barcelona

• Barcelona and Sevilla

Where do Real Madrid fans celebrate their team’s victories?

• En la fuente de Neptuno

• En la fuente de Cibeles

• En la Plaza Mayor

• En el estadio Santiago Bernabéu

What is a common way for Spanish soccer fans to celebrate a victory?

• Going to church

• Gathering in city fountains

• Watching TV at home

• Throwing confetti in the stadium

What is the name of the rivalry between Real Madrid and Atlético de Madrid?

• El Clásico

• El Derbi Madrileño

• La Liga Final

• La Copa del Rey

What is one reason why Spanish cities often have two soccer teams?

• Because of different historical origins and fan bases

• Because one team is for men and the other for women

• Because one team is private and the other is public

• Because one team is national and the other is regional

Which South American country has a famous soccer rivalry similar to Spain’s?

• Chile

• Peru

• Argentina

• Colombia

Which sport is the most popular in Spain?

• El tenis

• El fútbol

• El golf

• El ciclismo

What is a “hincha” or “aficionado” in the context of soccer?

• A referee

• A coach

• A fan

• A player

What is the name of the famous museum in Madrid that houses works by Spanish artists such as Picasso and Dalí?

• The Louvre

• The British Museum

• The Prado Museum

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art