VOICED: Fear of crime fuels growth of Argentina's gated communities

The video discusses the rise of gated communities in Buenos Aires as a response to increasing crime rates. These communities offer security and luxury, attracting residents who seek safety from external threats. Despite the promise of security, the economic downturn in 2001 widened the gap between the rich and poor, leading to increased crime even within these gated areas. Sociologist Marist Ellis Vampa highlights the role of rapid urbanization in exacerbating social divides and crime, symbolizing broader issues in Argentina.

What is the primary reason residents choose to live in gated communities in Buenos Aires?

• To live closer to the city center

• To escape the rising crime outside

• To enjoy private swimming pools and golf courses

• To have access to tennis courts

In which decade did gated communities begin to flourish in Argentina due to security promises?

• 1980s

• 1990s

• 2000s

• 2010s

What significant event in 2001 contributed to the widening divide between the rich and the poor in Argentina?

• A natural disaster

• An economic downturn

• A political revolution

• A technological boom

According to sociologist Marist Ellis Vampa, what is not surprising given the rapid urbanization of Buenos Aires?

• The increase in luxury amenities

• The rise in crime within gated communities

• The decrease in population

• The improvement in public transportation

What does the development of gated communities symbolize in Argentina?

• Everything going wrong in the country

• Technological advancement

• Cultural diversity

• Economic prosperity