Hacen velorio y fiesta para personaje ficticio en Cuba

Hacen velorio y fiesta para personaje ficticio en Cuba

Assessment

Interactive Video

Arts, Social Studies, Performing Arts

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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In Santiago de Las Vegas, Cuba, a unique annual event features a fictional character, Pachencho, whose funeral is celebrated with a twist. Divaldo Aguiar plays Pachencho, who is revived with Cuban rum before being 'buried,' turning the funeral into a lively street party. This tradition began in 1984 and has gained increasing attention over the years.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the unique aspect of the event described in the video?

A fictional character's funeral is celebrated.

A historical battle is commemorated.

A man attends his own real funeral.

A traditional Cuban wedding is reenacted.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who plays the role of Pachencho in the celebration?

Divaldo Aguiar, a retired builder

A retired teacher

A local musician

A famous Cuban actor

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What transforms the funeral into a lively celebration?

A traditional Cuban meal

Music, dance, and rum

A speech by the mayor

A dance performance

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In what year did the first fictional funeral take place?

2004

1984

1974

1994

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the event evolved over the years?

It has become a private family gathering.

It has turned into a popular annual street festival.

It has been discontinued due to lack of interest.

It has become a televised national event.