VOICED : Brasil: De punto de llegada de esclavos a Patrimonio Mundial

The Muelle de Balongo in Rio de Janeiro, a candidate for UNESCO World Heritage status, was a key arrival point for nearly a million African slaves. This site, discovered during preparations for the 2016 Olympics, highlights Brazil's significant African heritage, as the country received over four million slaves, representing 40% of those brought to the Americas. The recognition of this site urges Brazil to acknowledge its African roots, with the largest black population outside Africa. UNESCO's decision on its status will be made in Poland.

What was the primary function of the Muelle de Balongo in Rio de Janeiro?

• A military base

• A tourist attraction

• An entry point for African slaves

• A fishing port

Approximately what percentage of African slaves brought to the Americas were received by Brazil?

• 20%

• 40%

• 60%

• 80%

What does the recognition of the Muelle de Balongo as a World Heritage site signify for Brazil?

• A move to modernize infrastructure

• A shift towards tourism

• An acknowledgment of its African heritage

• A focus on economic development

When was the Muelle de Balongo discovered?

• During the 2020 Olympics

• During the 2018 FIFA World Cup

• During the 2014 World Cup

• During the 2016 Olympics

Where will the UNESCO decision regarding the Muelle de Balongo be made?

• United States

• Poland

• France

• Brazil