VOICED : Chile conmemora 42 anos del golpe de estado

The video discusses the 1973 coup in Chile that ousted Salvador Allende and established Augusto Pinochet's dictatorship. It highlights the ongoing commemoration of this event, with President Bachelet reflecting on the military repression she experienced. She emphasizes the need for truth and justice, urging Chile to overcome silence and privilege. Despite expectations, Bachelet does not announce changes regarding a special prison for repressors but mentions Chile's acceptance of Syrian refugees, drawing parallels to Chileans' past exile.

What significant event took place in Chile on September 11, 1973?

• The establishment of a new constitution

• A coup d'état that overthrew Salvador Allende

• The signing of a peace treaty

• The beginning of a civil war

What did the Chilean president emphasize in her speech?

• The expansion of international trade

• The importance of military strength

• The need for economic reform

• The necessity of truth, justice, and equality

What commitment did the president make regarding justice?

• To increase military funding

• To prioritize economic growth

• To ensure justice is equal for all

• To reduce taxes for the wealthy

What was the reaction of human rights groups to the president's speech?

• They were pleased with the economic policies

• They were indifferent to the speech

• They were disappointed by the lack of a special prison for repressors

• They were satisfied with the announcements

What historical parallel did the president draw regarding refugees?

• The cultural renaissance of the 1990s

• The exile of Chileans during the dictatorship

• The technological advancements of the 21st century

• The economic crisis of the 1980s