VOICED : Capriles aiming to dethrone Chavez

VOICED : Capriles aiming to dethrone Chavez

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Social Studies, History, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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Henrique Capriles Radonski, an opposition candidate, is challenging President Chavez in Venezuela's election. Capriles, once an outsider, has gained popularity through grassroots campaigning and a focus on pragmatic issues like crime and the economy. He distances himself from past neoliberal policies while promising to maintain Chavez's social programs. His approach contrasts with Chavez's ideological rhetoric, appealing to voters seeking change. With a significant portion of voters undecided, Capriles is closing the gap on Chavez, making the election highly competitive.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Henrique Capriles Radonski's main goal in the upcoming election?

To focus solely on economic issues

To support President Chavez

To become the next president of Venezuela

To maintain the current political order

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant political position did Capriles achieve before running for president?

Governor of Miranda

Leader of the National Assembly

Mayor of Caracas

Minister of Finance

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following issues is NOT a focus of Capriles' campaign?

Improving access to basic amenities

Venezuela's soaring murder rate

Economic improvement

Strengthening revolutionary rhetoric

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does Capriles' campaign strategy differ from the government's approach?

He uses ideological discourse

He focuses on pragmatic issues

He avoids discussing the economy

He supports revolutionary rhetoric

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the impact of Capriles' campaign on the election polls?

He is leading by a large margin

He is closing the gap with Chavez

He is not gaining any traction

He is falling behind Chavez