VOICED : Solis promete era de cambio en Costa Rica

Luis Guillermo Solís, the president-elect of Costa Rica, was welcomed by a large crowd in San José. He won the election with a historic 78% of the votes, marking the first time in over fifty years that a non-traditional party has taken power in Costa Rica. Solís promised a new era of change, focusing on fighting corruption, promoting equity, and respecting the environment. He emphasized the importance of defending human rights and being compassionate towards animals. Solís achieved a record 1.3 million votes, with a high abstention rate of over 43%. The election featured an unusual second round against Johnny Araya, who had withdrawn from the campaign a month prior.

What percentage of votes did Luis Guillermo Solís receive in the election?

• 68%

• 78%

• 58%

• 88%

What was one of the key promises made by Solís in his speech?

• To increase military spending

• To promote equitable development

• To reduce taxes for the wealthy

• To privatize public services

What is one of the areas Solís emphasized in his vision for the future?

• Expanding urban development

• Respecting nature

• Increasing industrialization

• Enhancing digital infrastructure

What was the abstention rate in the election where Solís was elected?

• 33%

• 53%

• 43%

• 23%

Who was the opponent that Solís faced in the second round of the election?

• Johnny Araya

• Carlos Alvarado

• Oscar Arias

• Laura Chinchilla