Construction boom in oil-rich Venezuela continues; Pres. Jimenez dedicates the Centro Bolivar

Construction boom in oil-rich Venezuela continues; Pres. Jimenez dedicates the Centro Bolivar

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Architecture, Business, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

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The video highlights the transformation of Caracas, Venezuela, through major housing and infrastructure projects. It showcases the rapid construction of a viaduct and the dedication of the Central Boulevard, a significant business center. The video emphasizes Venezuela's substantial investment in public works, using oil revenue to fund over 1,000 projects, demonstrating the country's commitment to civic improvement and progress.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the range of cooperative rental costs for the housing project on the outskirts of Caracas?

$10 to $50 a month

$5 to $25 a month

$6 to $30 a month

$20 to $60 a month

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who led the week-long series of dedications in Caracas?

President Juan Guaido

President Marcos Perez Jimenez

President Nicolas Maduro

President Hugo Chavez

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was completed 24 hours after the construction began?

A public park

A shopping mall

A new skyscraper

A traffic intersection

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the cost of the Central Boulevard business center?

$100 million

$200 million

$300 million

$400 million

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What percentage of Venezuela's yearly oil revenue was spent on public works and social service projects?

80%

70%

60%

50%