Habitantes de barriadas se resisten a desahucios cerca del Parque Olimpico para Rio 2016

Habitantes de barriadas se resisten a desahucios cerca del Parque Olimpico para Rio 2016

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Geography

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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Vila Autódromo, a neighborhood in Rio de Janeiro, is being demolished to make way for Olympic facilities. Despite the government's efforts, 150 families remain, resisting eviction and rejecting compensation offers. Recent conflicts have arisen during eviction attempts. After the Olympics, the area will be transformed into a commercial and residential zone. Studies suggest that modernizing the neighborhood would have been more cost-effective than the current eviction expenses. The government has spent significantly on compensations, relocating many residents to Parque Carioca.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the demolition of Vila Autódromo?

To build a new shopping mall

To improve public transportation

To create space for Olympic facilities

To develop a new residential area

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many families remain in Vila Autódromo from the original 700?

150 families

300 families

500 families

700 families

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event occurred when authorities attempted to evict residents?

A violent clash with tear gas and rubber bullets

A negotiation session

A community meeting

A peaceful protest

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the study by two universities suggest about Vila Autódromo?

It should be left as it is

It is beyond repair

It could have been modernized for less money

It should be turned into a park

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How much compensation has the city council provided to residents?

50 million dollars

32 million dollars

10 million dollars

4.6 million dollars