VOICED : Argentina paralizada por huelga general contra acuerdo con FMI

Argentina experienced a 24-hour general strike against President Mauricio Macri's government, which is negotiating with the IMF for a $50 billion agreement. The strike disrupted public services, including transport and education. Workers expressed their refusal to bear the economic crisis burden, citing inflation projected at 40% and a 50% currency depreciation in 2018. The strike coincided with Macri's UN participation and a leadership change at the Central Bank, with Luis Caputo resigning and Guido Sandleris taking over.

What was the main reason for the 24-hour general strike in Argentina?

• To support President Mauricio Macri's policies

• To protest against the government's negotiations with the IMF

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To demand higher wages for public sector workers

Which sectors were affected by the general strike in Argentina?

• Only the banking sector

• Only public transport

• Only schools and hospitals

• Public transport, air traffic, banking, and public administration

What was the projected inflation rate for Argentina in 2018?

• 20%

• 30%

• 50%

• 40%

Who replaced Luis Caputo as the president of the Central Bank of Argentina?

• Nicolás Dujovne

• Cristina Fernández de Kirchner

• Guido Sandleris

• Mauricio Macri

What significant event coincided with the general strike in Argentina?

• President Macri's participation in the UN General Assembly

• The celebration of Argentina's Independence Day

• The announcement of a new trade agreement

• A national election