VOICED : Mil anos de soledad y tristeza

The transcript covers the global reaction to the death of Gabriel García Márquez, a renowned Colombian writer. President Juan Manuel Santos of Colombia announced his passing, and leaders from Mexico, Cuba, and other countries expressed their condolences. The literary world, including authors like Mario Vargas Llosa and Isabela Allende, also mourned his loss. Cultural figures such as Shakira and Juanes paid tribute to his legacy. García Márquez's funeral arrangements were made in Mexico City, where he had lived for over three decades.

Who confirmed the death of Gabriel García Márquez?

• Juan Manuel Santos

• Rafael Correa

• Enrique Peña Nieto

• Barack Obama

Which country did García Márquez make his home for over three decades?

• Colombia

• United States

• Mexico

• Cuba

How did the Cuban government describe García Márquez?

• A political leader

• A literary genius

• A national hero

• A close friend of the island

Which Colombian artist described García Márquez as a 'unique gift'?

• Shakira

• Maluma

• Juanes

• Carlos Vives

Where were the remains of García Márquez taken for the funeral?

• Bogotá

• Havana

• Mexico City

• Buenos Aires