VOICED : Inundación histórica en brasileña Manaos

Manaos, the capital of Amazonas in Brazil, is experiencing historic floods due to the rise of the Rio Negro. The city has built walkways for residents and tourists, and is preparing for the river's descent with hygiene kits and area disinfection. The floods have altered tourist plans, offering a unique experience not found in places like Sao Paulo. This event follows a recent crisis where many died due to oxygen shortages during the COVID-19 pandemic.

What natural event caused the historical floods in Manaus?

• A hurricane

• A tsunami

• Heavy snowfall

• The rising of the Rio Negro

What was constructed in Manaus to help people navigate during the floods?

• Tunnels

• Bridges

• Walkways

• Cable cars

How did the floods affect tourists' plans in Manaus?

• They were stranded at the airport

• They had to cancel their trips

• They were evacuated from the city

• They found it interesting and unique

What is a unique aspect of the floods in Manaus compared to Sao Paulo?

• Manaus experiences floods every year

• Sao Paulo has a larger river

• Manaus has a river that rises significantly

• Sao Paulo has more frequent floods

What previous calamity did Manaus face during the COVID-19 pandemic?

• A lack of oxygen in hospitals

• A severe drought

• A major earthquake

• A volcanic eruption