Police operations in Brazil favela's costing inocent lives

Police operations in Brazil favela's costing inocent lives

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Social Studies, History, Other

9th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses a charity-funded martial arts project in the Alamo favela, highlighting the tragic death of volunteer Jean, who was shot by police. The incident raises questions about racial bias and lack of investigation. The Brazilian government's tough stance on organized crime, led by President Jair Bolsonaro and the Rio Governor, is examined. Despite a reduction in crime rates, police tactics in Rio's favelas are controversial, with high numbers of police-related deaths and differing public opinions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the purpose of the martial arts project in the Alamo favela?

To support deprived children

To promote tourism

To conduct police training

To train professional fighters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Jean doing when he was shot by the police?

He was fleeing the scene

He was armed and resisting

He was teaching a class

He was crouching and unarmed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is leading the fight against organized crime in Brazil?

Andrea Rios

Stuart Ramsey

Jean

President Jair Bolsonaro

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event did the Governor of Rio attend?

A community protest

A ceremony for new police vehicles

A charity fundraiser

A martial arts competition

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do the residents of Rio's favelas view the police tactics?

They have a different perspective

They fully support them

They are unaware of them

They are indifferent