2.2 Spanish Regional Identity

• Regional identity in Spain refers to the distinct cultural, linguistic, and historical characteristics that define different regions
• Each region in Spain has unique cultural traditions, festivals, cuisine, and customs
• Regional differences in Spain have led to a strong sense of autonomy and pride within many parts of the country.


  True
• Each region in Spain has unique cultural traditions, festivals, cuisine, and customs
• Galicia is known for its Celtic cultural heritage and seafaring traditions
• The Basque Country has a strong sense of identity and its own unique language.

  True
• Regional identity in Spain is shaped by cultural, linguistic, and historical characteristics
• What is a key factor contributing to regional identity in Spain?

  Language
• Match the region with its cultural characteristics:

  Catalonia ↔️ Catalan language, former independent kingdom

  Galicia ↔️ Celtic cultural heritage, seafaring traditions

  Basque Country ↔️ Basque language, strong sense of identity

  Andalusia ↔️ Moorish architectural influences, flamenco
• What type of geography characterizes the Basque Country?

  Mountainous
• Match the region with its historical event that influenced its identity:

  Catalonia ↔️ Independent kingdom until the 18th century

  Basque Country ↔️ Resistance to Spanish rule

  Andalusia ↔️ Moorish rule for over 700 years
• Moorish rule in Andalusia for over 700 years has influenced its architecture and culture.

  True
• Catalonia's history as an independent kingdom until the 18th century strengthened its language, culture, and desire for autonomy
• Moorish rule in Andalusia lasted for over 700 years.


  True
• Traditional Catalan festivals include La Patum
• What is the Basque cuisine called?

  Pintxos
• Match the region with its official/co-official language:

  Catalonia ↔️ Catalan

  Galicia ↔️ Galician

  Basque Country ↔️ Basque
• Regions preserve unique festivals, cuisine, music, and customs as part of their cultural heritage.


  True
• Regional differences in Spain have led to a strong sense of autonomy and pride within many parts of the country.

  True
• Match the region with its cultural characteristic:

  Catalonia ↔️ Catalan language

  Galicia ↔️ Celtic cultural heritage

  Basque Country ↔️ Basque language

  Andalusia ↔️ Flamenco music
• Andalusia is known for its Moorish architectural influences and flamenco music.


  True
• Coastal regions in Spain, such as Galicia and Andalusia, have developed seafaring traditions
• Mountainous regions in Spain have often preserved minority languages due to their isolation.


  True
• Inland regions in Spain, such as Castile, have agricultural economies and centralized cultural influences from Madrid
• What does regional identity in Spain refer to?

  Cultural, linguistic, historical traits
• Many regions in Spain have their own official or co-official languages
• Regional differences in Spain have led to a strong sense of autonomy and pride.


  True
• What is a key cultural characteristic of Catalonia?

  Catalan language
• Galicia is known for its Celtic cultural heritage
• The regional differences in Spain contribute to a diverse cultural landscape.


  True
• Order the regions based on their geographic features from coastal to mountainous to inland:

  1️⃣ Coastal Regions

  2️⃣ Mountainous Regions

  3️⃣ Inland Regions
• What type of economies are common in mountainous regions of Spain?

  Pastoral
• Inland regions of Spain typically have flat, arid landscapes
• Match the region with its significant historical event:

  Catalonia ↔️ Independent kingdom until 18th century

  Basque Country ↔️ Resistance to Spanish rule

  Andalusia ↔️ Moorish rule for 700 years

  Galicia ↔️ Celtic cultural heritage
• What is a traditional dance of Catalonia?

  Sardana
• Andalusia is known for its vibrant flamenco music
• What is a traditional Catalan festival mentioned in the text?

  La Patum
• Celtic-influenced festivals are a feature of Galicia
• Pelota is a traditional Basque sport.


  True
• Which Spanish region is known for flamenco music and dance?

  Andalusia