VOICED : Dimite la directiva de Petrobras

VOICED : Dimite la directiva de Petrobras

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Business, Social Studies, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Petrobras, the Brazilian state oil company, faces a major leadership shakeup as its president and five directors resign amid a significant corruption scandal. The board will meet to appoint new leadership. The scandal involves construction companies forming a cartel to secure lucrative contracts through bribery, with an estimated $4 billion involved over a decade. Although politicians are suspected of involvement, no formal charges have been made. The Brazilian market reacted positively to the leadership changes, anticipating a new phase for Petrobras.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event occurred at Petrobras on Tuesday?

The company declared bankruptcy.

The president and five directors resigned.

The company announced a new oil discovery.

Petrobras was sold to a foreign company.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the resignation of Petrobras' board?

A natural disaster affecting operations.

A merger with another company.

A major corruption scandal.

A new government policy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the Federal Police estimate regarding the corruption scandal?

The resignation of several politicians.

The discovery of new oil reserves.

The movement of $4 billion over a decade.

The involvement of international companies.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which group was suspected to be involved in the Petrobras corruption scandal?

Local small businesses.

Environmental activists.

Major construction companies.

International oil firms.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the market react to the news of Foster's departure?

The market remained stable.

The market saw a significant drop.

The market experienced a strong rise.

The market was unaffected.