VOICED : Incendios forestales aumentaron en Brasil durante 2020

In 2020, Brazil experienced a record number of wildfires, with significant increases in the Amazon and Pantanal regions. The fires drew global attention and criticism towards President Jair Bolsonaro's environmental policies, which are seen as contributing to deforestation due to support for agriculture and mining industries and budget cuts to environmental agencies.

What was the percentage increase in wildfires in the Amazon region in 2020?

• 10%

• 16%

• 25%

• 20%

Which two ecosystems were most affected by the wildfires in Brazil?

• Sahara and Congo Basin

• Amazon and Sahara

• Pantanal and Congo Basin

• Amazon and Pantanal

What was the global reaction to the images of the burned landscapes and animals?

• Support for the government

• Criticism towards the government

• Indifference

• Celebration of the fires

What is one reason environmental groups criticize the Brazilian government?

• Decreased deforestation

• Support for agriculture and mining

• Promotion of renewable energy

• Increased funding for environmental agencies

How did the Brazilian government's budget changes affect environmental protection?

• Increased protection

• No effect

• Improved wildlife conservation

• Accelerated destruction