VOICED : Miles de independentistas repudian visita de rey de España a Barcelona

Catalan separatists disrupted a visit by King Felipe VI and Princess Leonora in Barcelona, protesting outside the venue of the Princess of Girona awards. The protests followed recent unrest over the sentencing of nine separatist leaders for the failed 2017 secession attempt. Inside, the King emphasized the importance of a plural and peaceful Catalonia. The event, usually held in Girona, was moved to Barcelona due to political tensions. The visit coincided with the campaign for the November 10 legislative elections, where the Catalan crisis is a central issue.

What was the main reason for the protests during the royal visit to Barcelona?

• The King's speech about Catalonia

• The sentencing of separatist leaders

• The presence of Princess Leonor

• The relocation of the event to Barcelona

What did King Felipe VI emphasize in his address during the event?

• The success of the Princess of Girona awards

• The relocation of the event to Barcelona

• The need for a region free of violence

• The importance of economic growth

Why was the event moved from Girona to Barcelona?

• To accommodate more attendees

• Girona declared the King persona non grata

• Because of the King's preference

• Due to security concerns

What significant political event coincided with the royal visit?

• The Catalan independence referendum

• The legislative election campaign

• The sentencing of separatist leaders

• The opening of a new Congress Palace

What role did the Catalan crisis play in the legislative election campaign?

• It was a minor issue

• It was a central issue

• It was not mentioned

• It was resolved before the campaign