VOICED : Fixers keep Cuba rolling through embargo

The video discusses how Cubans have adapted to economic challenges due to the US embargo by recycling and repairing goods. It highlights their creativity and resourcefulness in finding solutions despite limited resources. With the potential easing of the embargo, there is hope for improved access to quality goods, which could benefit entrepreneurs and improve living conditions.

What prompted Cubans in the 1990s to find creative solutions for their economic needs?

• Natural disasters

• A global recession

• The US embargo

• The collapse of the Soviet Union

Which of the following items is NOT mentioned as being repaired by Cubans?

• Shoes

• Umbrellas

• Televisions

• Mattresses

How do Cubans manage when they lack spare parts for repairs?

• They purchase new items

• They import parts from neighboring countries

• They use alternative materials and innovate

• They stop using the item

What recent development could improve the economic situation for Cuban entrepreneurs?

• The relaxation of the US embargo

• A new trade agreement with Europe

• Increased tourism

• The discovery of natural resources

What is the expected benefit for Cuban contractors if they can import high-quality goods?

• They can expand their businesses internationally

• They can focus on exporting goods

• They can reduce their workforce

• They can improve their business operations and living conditions