VOICED : In crisis hit Venezuela price hike leaves poor starving

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 inflation. The crisis has affected all social classes, with basic goods becoming unaffordable. Government policies have led to market deregulation, causing prices to spike. Despite government-sponsored food plans, many families still struggle to meet their needs.

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

• Obtaining enough food

• Getting medical care

• Accessing clean water

• Finding a place to live

What has caused the economic crisis in Venezuela?

• An international trade embargo

• A political coup

• A decline in oil prices

• A natural disaster

How have supermarket shelves changed recently in Venezuela?

• They are fully stocked with affordable goods

• They remain empty

• They are filled but goods are expensive

• They only have luxury items

What is the cost of a government-subsidized bag of basic goods?

• $100.00

• $50.00

• $20.00

• $8.00

Why do many families find the government food plans insufficient?

• The distribution is irregular

• The food is of poor quality

• The quantity is too small for large families

• The food is not culturally appropriate