VOICED : El polemico campo de golf de Rio

The Mayor of Rio de Janeiro, Eduardo Páez, defends the construction of a golf course for the 2016 Olympics, despite protests from ecologists. The course is being built in a natural reserve, sparking environmental concerns. The project, costing $19 million, faces legal challenges but promises environmental compensation. Golf returns to the Olympics after a century, surrounded by controversy.

What is the main reason the mayor of Rio de Janeiro supports the golf course construction?

• To promote tourism in the city

• To provide a venue for the 2016 Olympics

• To create jobs for local residents

• To improve the city's infrastructure

Why are environmentalists opposed to the golf course construction?

• It is increasing traffic congestion

• It is being built on a historical site

• It is causing pollution in the area

• It is destroying a regenerating natural reserve

What is the size of the area being affected by the golf course construction?

• 750,000 square meters

• 2 million square meters

• 1 million square meters

• 500,000 square meters

What is the estimated cost of the golf course construction?

• $10 million

• $19 million

• $25 million

• $30 million

What has been promised to address environmental concerns related to the golf course?

• Planting new trees

• Reducing construction noise

• Building a wildlife sanctuary

• Implementing a respectful irrigation system