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Published: 31.01.2004.
Language: English
Level: Secondary school
Literature: n/a
References: Not used
  • Essays 'Bullfighting', 1.
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The excitement is spreading throughout the stadium as another bullfight is about to commense in Madrid, the capital of Spain. The matador, or bullfighter is ready for the toro, or bull to begin his run. He stares at the plaza de toros, or bull ring. This is what you hear in a typical bullfight in a place such as Madrid or Andalucia.
Bullfighting is the national sport of Spain. It originates back in the 18th century in village squares. But in the 18th century, bullfighting was very disorganized. In the 19th century however, Pedro Romero and Pepe-Illo, with their new techniques and i…

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