VOICED : Vuelve "la Tomatina", la guerra de tomates de un pueblo de España

La Tomatina, a famous tomato-throwing festival in Buñol, Spain, returned after a two-year break due to the pandemic. Around 15,000 people participated, using 130 tons of tomatoes. Participants wore protective eyewear to avoid splashes. The festival, which lasts an hour and is followed by a party, did not sell out this year. La Tomatina originated from a 1945 fight where participants threw tomatoes at each other. Despite initial resistance from authorities, it has become a popular event attracting people worldwide.

What event resumed in Buñol, Spain, attracting thousands of tourists?

• A wine festival

• A music concert

• A bull run

• A tomato fight

How many tons of tomatoes were used in La Tomatina?

• 200 tons

• 130 tons

• 100 tons

• 150 tons

What did participants wear to protect their eyes during the event?

• Sunglasses

• Masks

• Hats

• Goggles

How long does the tomato battle last?

• 30 minutes

• 1 hour

• 2 hours

• 3 hours

In what year did the original tomato fight that inspired La Tomatina occur?

• 1935

• 1950

• 1940

• 1945