VOICED: Making Venezuela's capital more livable

VOICED: Making Venezuela's capital more livable

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Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, Geography

9th - 10th Grade

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The video discusses the urban challenges faced by Caracas, including gridlock and the loss of green spaces. It highlights the efforts of locals and authorities to renovate the city, improve public spaces, and attract tourism. Pedestrian advocacy is also emphasized, with initiatives to reclaim walking spaces. The refurbishment of Caracas's historic city center for Venezuela's bicentenary is detailed, though challenges remain in reducing car dependency.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main consequences of the low cost of fuel in Caracas?

Increased public transportation

Higher fuel taxes

Gridlock and urban sprawl

More green spaces

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are local authorities in Caracas investing in to improve the city?

Urban renovation projects

More parking spaces

Higher fuel prices

New shopping malls

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one goal of the urban renovation projects in Caracas?

To build more highways

To attract tourists

To increase car sales

To reduce public transport

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What activity does Chael, the journalist, organize to promote pedestrian spaces?

Car rallies

Public transport tours

Bicycle races

City walks

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was done to Caracas's historic city center for Venezuela's bicentenary?

It was demolished

It was refurbished

It was turned into a parking lot

It was closed to the public