VOICED : Periodistas y chavistas venezolanos protestan por bloqueo a CNN

VOICED : Periodistas y chavistas venezolanos protestan por bloqueo a CNN

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Journalism, Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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Journalists in Caracas protested for the return of CNN en Español, which was removed from cable by the Venezuelan government, accused of war propaganda. The government did not provide a legal process for CNN's defense. The removal followed CNN's report on alleged passport sales in Iraq's embassy. Some Chavistas supported the suspension, claiming CNN distorted reality. CNN offered free access online, but the government moved to block it.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protest by journalists in Caracas?

To call for the reinstatement of CNN en Español

To demand better working conditions

To protest against internet censorship

To support the government's decision

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the Venezuelan government order the removal of CNN en Español from cable operators?

Due to financial issues

Due to low viewership

For broadcasting war propaganda

For technical problems

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the alleged reason behind CNN's report that led to its suspension?

Alleged sale of passports and visas

Slander against the government

Unauthorized interviews

Illegal broadcasting

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the reaction of Chavista supporters to CNN's suspension?

They remained neutral

They organized a counter-protest

They agreed with the suspension

They demanded CNN's return

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did CNN respond to the suspension in terms of accessibility?

By shutting down operations

By negotiating with the government

By launching a new channel

By offering free access on YouTube and their website