ONLY ON AP: Maduro blames US sanctions for crisis

ONLY ON AP: Maduro blames US sanctions for crisis

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Business

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the heightened awareness among Venezuelans regarding the economic war and sanctions imposed by the US, particularly under President Donald Trump. It highlights the impact of these sanctions on the country's oil industry, trade, and financial systems, including the freezing of assets and the challenges in importing essential goods like food and medicine.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has increased among the Venezuelan population according to the first section?

Awareness of economic sanctions

Support for the U.S. government

Interest in foreign investments

Desire for international travel

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which industry is primarily affected by the sanctions discussed in the second section?

Agriculture

Technology

Oil

Tourism

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the actions taken against Venezuela's oil industry?

Subsidizing oil prices

Building new refineries

Expropriation of Citgo

Increasing oil production

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the direct consequences of the sanctions mentioned in the final section?

Growth in local manufacturing

Difficulty in importing medicine

Increase in tourism

Easier access to international markets

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What financial action has been taken against Venezuela as a result of the sanctions?

Reduction in interest rates

Opening new bank accounts

Freezing of financial assets

Increase in foreign investments