VOICED : Cierre nocturno de frontera Venezuela Colombia

VOICED : Cierre nocturno de frontera Venezuela Colombia

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Social Studies, Geography, History

9th - 10th Grade

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Venezuela will close its border with Colombia at night to combat contraband. The closure, from 10 PM to 5 AM starting Monday, aims to curb the smuggling of gasoline and food, which are cheaper in Venezuela. The decision was made by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos during a meeting in Cartagena.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary reason for Venezuela's decision to close its border with Colombia at night?

To enhance trade

To combat smuggling

To increase security personnel

To improve tourism

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

During what hours will the Venezuela-Colombia border be closed?

8 PM to 6 AM

9 PM to 4 AM

10 PM to 5 AM

11 PM to 6 AM

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is gasoline smuggled from Venezuela to Colombia?

It is taxed less in Colombia

It is more abundant in Colombia

It is cheaper in Venezuela

It is of higher quality

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has increased alongside gasoline smuggling in the past year?

Luxury goods

Clothing

Basic food items

Electronics

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who were the leaders involved in the agreement to close the border?

Nicolás Maduro and Iván Duque

Hugo Chávez and Álvaro Uribe

Hugo Chávez and Juan Manuel Santos

Nicolás Maduro and Juan Manuel Santos