VOICED : Moneda rusa se desploma

VOICED : Moneda rusa se desploma

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9th - 12th Grade

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The Russian ruble has plummeted despite the Central Bank's interest rate hike, losing over 20% of its value. This has put President Vladimir Putin under pressure amid a severe financial crisis caused by Western sanctions and falling oil prices. The public faces rising inflation nearing 10% annually, with fears of returning to the economic instability of the 1990s. Economists worry that the Central Bank's actions may lead to further currency decline in 2015. Putin is expected to address these issues in an upcoming press conference.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of the Central Bank's interest rate hike on the Russian ruble?

The ruble's value remained unchanged.

It stabilized the ruble.

The ruble gained value.

The ruble continued to decline.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which two factors are primarily responsible for Russia's economic crisis?

High inflation and unemployment

Increased foreign investment and tourism

Rising exports and technological advancements

Western sanctions and oil price drop

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How is the Russian population affected by the economic crisis?

Increased job opportunities

Decreasing prices

Stable economic conditions

Rising prices and instability

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do economists fear about the Central Bank's measures?

They will have no effect on the ruble.

They will not stop the ruble's decline.

They will cause the ruble to rise.

They will stabilize the ruble.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is President Putin expected to do in response to the ruble crisis?

Increase oil production

Implement new sanctions

Ignore the situation

Address the issue in a press conference