VOICED : Brasil: presupuesto olimpico se revela po

VOICED : Brasil: presupuesto olimpico se revela po

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Interactive Video

Business, Architecture, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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The transcript discusses the evolving costs of the 2016 Rio Olympics, highlighting a recent budget reveal of $2.3 billion for infrastructure projects, primarily funded through public-private partnerships. Initial estimates in 2008 suggested a total investment of $11.5 billion, mostly from public funds. Comparisons are made with the 2012 London Olympics, which cost over $14 billion. The complete investment picture for Rio remains unclear, with further details expected in the coming months. Key projects include port revitalization, metro expansion, and new mass transit lines.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was revealed in the recent budget announcement for the 2016 Olympic Games?

The final investment amount

The main sponsors of the games

A list of specific infrastructure projects

The total cost of the games

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much is the projected investment for the infrastructure projects in Rio?

$3.5 billion

$4.2 billion

$2.3 billion

$1.5 billion

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main source of funding for the infrastructure projects in Rio?

Government bonds

International loans

Public-private partnerships

Private investors

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the estimated cost of the Rio Olympics compare to the London 2012 Olympics?

Both had the same estimated cost

London cost more than Rio

Rio is expected to cost more

Rio's cost is already known to be higher

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are some of the planned infrastructure projects for the Rio Olympics?

New sports stadiums

Development of new airports

Revitalization of the port area and metro expansion

Construction of new hotels