Brazil Rejects G-7 Aid For Burning Amazon Rainforest

Brazil's foreign minister confirmed the country's decision to reject any initiatives that might compromise its sovereignty, particularly in response to the G7's offer of aid to combat Amazon fires. President Jair Bolsonaro criticized the G7's approach as colonialist, especially since Brazil and other Amazonian countries are not part of the G7. Initially, Brazil accepted the $22 million aid from the G7 and additional funds from Britain and Canada, but later rejected it after internal discussions. Critics argue that the fires are intentional, driven by Bolsonaro's belief in the Amazon's economic potential. Meanwhile, Brazil's military is set to address the ongoing fires.

What was Brazil's main reason for rejecting the G7's aid for the Amazon fires?

• Desire for more international involvement

• Concerns about sovereignty

• Lack of sufficient funds

• Disagreement with environmental policies

How much aid did the G7 countries initially pledge to help Brazil fight the Amazon fires?

• $22 million

• $10 million

• $50 million

• $100 million

Which countries contributed an additional $23 million to aid Brazil?

• Australia and Japan

• Britain and Canada

• France and Italy

• United States and Germany

What do critics claim about the fires in the Amazon?

• They are caused by climate change

• They are intentional

• They are accidental

• They are a natural occurrence

What is Brazil's military's role in the Amazon fire crisis?

• To tackle the flames

• To provide humanitarian aid

• To conduct research on fire prevention

• To negotiate with international bodies