Buena parte de Venezuela sufre nuevo apagón

Buena parte de Venezuela sufre nuevo apagón

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Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

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Venezuela experienced another major power outage affecting most of the country, including Los Teques in Miranda state. The blackout began on Monday around noon and persisted despite initial restoration efforts. President Nicolás Maduro's government accused the U.S.-backed opposition of sabotaging the Guri dam, a key electricity source. Opposition leader Juan Guaidó criticized the government's incompetence and called for mobilizations to end Maduro's regime.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the general reaction of Venezuelans to the power outage?

They were unaware of the situation.

They feared a repeat of past chaos.

They were hopeful for a quick resolution.

They were indifferent.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When did the power outage begin?

Monday morning

Monday around midday

Tuesday afternoon

Sunday evening

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the government initially promise regarding the power outage?

That it would last for several days

That it would be resolved in a few hours

That it was a minor issue

That it was beyond their control

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did President Nicolás Maduro's government blame for the power outage?

Natural disasters

The local authorities

The opposition backed by the United States

Technical failures

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Juan Guaidó's response to the power outage?

He criticized the government's incompetence and called for mobilization.

He supported the government's actions.

He ignored the situation.

He blamed foreign countries.