VOICED : Expertos de la OMS visitan mercado de Wuhan donde hubo primer brote de coronavirus

WHO experts visited the Huanan market in Wuhan, China, to investigate the origins of COVID-19. The market, closed since January 2020, was where the first outbreak was detected. The Chinese government has been sensitive about the investigation, initially blaming wild animals sold at the market but later suggesting the virus may have been imported. Despite limited commentary from the Chinese government, they claim victory over the virus, reporting significantly lower infection and death rates compared to the USA.

What was the primary purpose of the WHO experts' visit to the Huanan market?

• To conduct a trade deal

• To understand the virus's epidemiology

• To purchase wildlife

• To close the market permanently

Why is the presence of WHO experts in China considered sensitive?

• Due to their involvement in a political campaign

• Due to accusations of delayed response by the Chinese government

• Because they were conducting trade negotiations

• Because they were planning to open a new market

What was initially identified as the probable origin of the COVID-19 epidemic by Chinese officials?

• Tourists from abroad

• Laboratory experiments

• Wild animals sold at Huanan market

• Imported goods

How does China’s reported COVID-19 death toll compare to that of the United States?

• It is significantly lower

• It is slightly higher

• It is significantly higher

• It is about the same

What claim does the Chinese government make regarding their handling of the coronavirus?

• They have not been affected by the virus

• They have been defeated by the virus

• They have achieved victory over the virus

• They have ignored the virus