VOICED : After pope visit no miracles in flooded Paraguay shantytown

VOICED : After pope visit no miracles in flooded Paraguay shantytown

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Social Studies

10th Grade - University

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The transcript describes severe flooding in Paraguay, likened to the biblical flood of Noah's Ark. Residents, initially hopeful after a visit from Pope Francis, face repeated displacement due to rising waters. Despite a state of emergency declared by the government, aid is insufficient, leaving many to build makeshift homes. The community, while feeling abandoned, remains resilient and hopeful, drawing strength from their faith.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event initially brought hope to the residents of the neighborhood in Paraguay?

A new housing project

A government relief package

A visit from Pope Francis

A decrease in flood levels

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence of the diluvian rains in Paraguay?

The construction of new homes

The arrival of international aid

The rise of the Paraguay River by 7 meters

The end of the state of emergency

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the government respond to the flooding during the Pope's visit?

By evacuating all residents

By declaring a state of emergency

By offering financial compensation

By providing permanent housing solutions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did many residents feel after the Pope's visit and the subsequent flooding?

Abandoned by the authorities

Satisfied with the government's efforts

Hopeful for immediate relief

Indifferent to the situation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Despite the ongoing crisis, what sentiment do some residents still hold?

Confidence in the government's actions

Gratitude for the Pope's visit

Anger towards the Pope

Despair over the situation