#1
In 'El Camino de Santiago: The Way,' what is the main character's reason for embarking on the journey?
To find inner peace and healing
ExplanationSeeking inner peace and healing drives the main character's journey in 'El Camino de Santiago: The Way.'
#2
Which country does the Camino de Santiago primarily traverse?
Spain
ExplanationThe Camino de Santiago primarily traverses the country of Spain.
#3
What is the traditional endpoint of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage?
Santiago de Compostela
ExplanationThe traditional endpoint of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage is Santiago de Compostela.
#4
Which of the following is NOT a route of the Camino de Santiago?
Camino de la Luna
ExplanationCamino de la Luna is not a route of the Camino de Santiago.
#5
Which historical event helped revive the popularity of the Camino de Santiago in the 20th century?
The World Wars
ExplanationThe World Wars played a role in reviving the popularity of the Camino de Santiago in the 20th century.
#6
What is the traditional starting point of the Camino Francés?
Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port
ExplanationThe traditional starting point of the Camino Francés is Saint-Jean-Pied-de-Port.
#7
What is the significance of the scallop shell in 'El Camino de Santiago: The Way'?
It symbolizes the pilgrim's journey and identity
ExplanationThe scallop shell in the film symbolizes the pilgrim's journey and identity.
#8
Who directed the movie 'El Camino de Santiago: The Way'?
Emilio Estevez
ExplanationThe movie 'El Camino de Santiago: The Way' was directed by Emilio Estevez.
#9
What is the total distance of the Camino Francés, the most popular route of the Camino de Santiago?
Approximately 800 kilometers
ExplanationThe Camino Francés, the most popular route, covers a total distance of approximately 800 kilometers.
#10
Which symbol is often used to mark the Camino de Santiago routes?
A yellow arrow
ExplanationA yellow arrow is often used to mark the Camino de Santiago routes.
#11
Which saint is believed to be buried in Santiago de Compostela Cathedral?
Saint James the Greater
ExplanationSaint James the Greater is believed to be buried in Santiago de Compostela Cathedral.
#12
What is the name of the mountain range that the Camino del Norte route follows along the northern coast of Spain?
Cantabrian Mountains
ExplanationThe Camino del Norte route follows the Cantabrian Mountains along the northern coast of Spain.
#13
Which historical figure is associated with the origin of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage?
Charlemagne
ExplanationCharlemagne is historically associated with the origin of the Camino de Santiago pilgrimage.
#14
What is the name of the document that pilgrims receive upon completing the Camino de Santiago?
Compostela
ExplanationPilgrims receive a document called 'Compostela' upon completing the Camino de Santiago.
#15
Which medieval document provided guidelines for pilgrims traveling to Santiago de Compostela?
Codex Calixtinus
ExplanationThe medieval document 'Codex Calixtinus' provided guidelines for pilgrims traveling to Santiago de Compostela.
#16
Which famous literary work mentions the Camino de Santiago and contributed to its resurgence in popularity?
Don Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes
ExplanationDon Quixote by Miguel de Cervantes mentions the Camino de Santiago and contributed to its resurgence in popularity.
#17
Which Spanish autonomous community is NOT traversed by any of the main routes of the Camino de Santiago?
Murcia
ExplanationThe Spanish autonomous community NOT traversed by any of the main routes of the Camino de Santiago is Murcia.