VOICED : Food back in Venezuelan markets but who can afford it?

The video highlights the severe economic crisis in Venezuela, exacerbated by the oil price crunch. It focuses on the daily struggles of families like Edward and Judy's in Caracas, who face food scarcity and high prices for basic goods. The crisis affects all social classes, with supermarket prices soaring beyond affordability. Government policies have led to black market price spikes, and while there are government-sponsored food plans, they are insufficient for many families. The video underscores the dire situation and the limited reach of government aid.

What is the main challenge faced by Edward and Judy in their daily lives?

• Obtaining enough food

• Accessing clean water

• Getting medical care

• Finding a place to live

How has the economic crisis in Venezuela affected the availability of goods?

• Most goods are unaffordable despite some shelves being filled

• There is no change in the availability of goods

• Supermarket shelves are always full

• Goods are more affordable

What has been the impact of the government's decision to stop regulating private sector imports?

• The economy has improved

• Prices have spiked to black market levels

• Imports have decreased

• Prices have stabilized

What is the purpose of the government-sponsored food plans?

• To offer basic goods to the most vulnerable

• To provide luxury goods to the wealthy

• To export food to other countries

• To increase the price of food

Why do many families find the government food plans insufficient?

• The food is of poor quality

• The food is not delivered on time

• The quantity is too small for large families

• The food is too expensive