CLEAN : Has Ciudad Juarez found a solution

CLEAN : Has Ciudad Juarez found a solution

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Business, Social Studies

9th - 12th Grade

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Ciudad Juarez, once known for its high murder rate due to cartel wars, has seen a significant decline in violence. Local business owners are optimistic about the city's future. The reduction in violence is attributed to either the dominance of El Chapo's cartel or effective security policies. Despite fewer murders, the drug trade remains active, with Juarez as a major crossing point for drugs. The Mexican government plans to use Juarez as a model for its anti-drug policies, although violence persists in other cities like Acapulco.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the attitude of local business owners in Ciudad Juarez towards the recent changes in the city?

Optimistic about new opportunities

Concerned about increasing violence

Indifferent to the changes

Pessimistic about the future

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the primary cause of violence in Ciudad Juarez in 2010?

Political instability

War between rival cartels

Economic downturn

Natural disasters

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has the number of killings in Ciudad Juarez changed from 2010 to 2012?

Increased significantly

Fluctuated unpredictably

Remained the same

Decreased significantly

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is Ciudad Juarez's current role in the drug trade?

A minor player in drug trafficking

A new hub for legal drug production

A major crossing point for drugs

Completely free of drug activity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Mexican government's plan regarding Ciudad Juarez?

To focus solely on economic development

To increase military presence

To abandon the city

To use it as a model for fighting drug crime