Favela Bairro Project - Quick Quiz

What is the main reason for the development of squatter settlements (favelas)?

• Lack of opportunities in rural areas

• Lack of government support

• Lack of access to clean water

• Lack of skills for a decent wage

What has the government done to improve building quality and services in the favelas?

• Ignored the issue completely

• Provided free housing for residents

• Implemented site and services schemes

• Forced residents to leave the favelas

What has the United Nations recognized about the site and services scheme in the favelas?

• It has caused a decrease in access to services

• It has led to increased crime rates

• It has been a failure in other Brazilian cities

• It has been successful and used in other Brazilian cities

What is a negative impact of rent increases in the favelas?

• Improved access to services

• Decreased crime rates

• Worsened the position of the poorest residents

• Increased literacy and employment rates

What is a challenge that residents in the favelas face in maintaining their property?

• Lack of government support

• Lack of access to clean water

• Lack of skills and resources

• Lack of infrastructure

What is a consequence of the $1 billion budget not being enough for all favelas in Rio?

• Improved access to healthcare facilities

• Decreased crime rates

• Lack of maintenance for infrastructure and services

• Increased employment rates

What has the Pacifying Police Unit done to improve the favelas?

• Increased crime rates

• Built a sense of safety

• Ignored the issue completely

• Forced residents to leave the favelas

What is a positive outcome of credit being available for home improvements and 100% mortgages?

• Improved living conditions for residents

• Increased literacy rates

• Worsened the position of the poorest residents

• Decreased access to clean water

What new facilities have been constructed in the favelas to improve quality of life?

• New shopping malls

• New healthcare, leisure, and education facilities

• New industrial factories

• New government offices

What has been installed to provide easy access to the city centre from the favelas?

• A bicycle path

• A subway system

• A cable car

• A new highway