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Question 1

How many countries have Spanish as an official language?

Accepted Answer

20

Answer

Spanish is an official language in 20 countries, making it the second most spoken language in the world by native speakers.

Question 2

What is 'siesta' in Spanish culture?

Accepted Answer

A midday rest or nap

Answer

Siesta is a traditional midday rest, typically after lunch, that has been part of Spanish and Latin American culture for centuries.

Question 3

What architectural landmark in Barcelona was designed by Antoni Gaudí?

Accepted Answer

La Sagrada Família

Answer

La Sagrada Família is Gaudí's masterpiece basilica in Barcelona, still under construction and a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Question 4

Which literary work by Miguel de Cervantes is considered the first modern novel?

Accepted Answer

Don Quijote de la Mancha

Answer

'Don Quijote de la Mancha' (1605) by Cervantes is widely regarded as the first modern novel and the greatest work of Spanish literature.

Question 5

What is 'tapas' in Spanish cuisine?

Accepted Answer

Small appetizer dishes served with drinks

Answer

Tapas are small portions of food served as appetizers or snacks, typically accompanying drinks, and central to Spanish social dining culture.

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