CLEAN : Cervantes and Columbus swept up in Catalan separatist push

The video explores a theory by Catalan researchers that Christopher Columbus was from Barcelona, not Italy. It discusses the influence of a prominent Catalan family and claims that Columbus's log books contain Catalan expressions. The video also presents the idea that Miguel de Cervantes, author of Don Quijote, was originally Catalan, with his works translated for the Spanish court. Despite skepticism from academics, the theory is part of a broader political context involving Catalan independence and historical interpretation.

What is the main claim made by Catalan researchers about Christopher Columbus?

• He was a sailor from Italy.

• He was a merchant from Barcelona.

• He was a bishop from Seville.

• He was a banker from Madrid.

According to the Catalan researchers, where was the novel 'Don Quijote' originally written?

• In Italian, in Rome.

• In French, in Paris.

• In Spanish, in Madrid.

• In Catalan, in Barcelona.

What do the researchers claim about Miguel de Cervantes's birthplace?

• He was born in Valencia.

• He was born in Barcelona.

• He was born in Seville.

• He was born in Madrid.

What is the main reason academics are skeptical about the Catalan researchers' theories?

• They consider the theories too popular.

• They find the theories too complex.

• They believe the theories are too old.

• They think the theories lack scientific evidence.

What is the broader context in which these historical interpretations are being debated?

• A scientific research project.

• A tourism promotion campaign.

• A cultural exchange program.

• A political climate over independence.