VOICED : Protesta en Haiti a dias de las presidenciales

Thousands of Haitians protested in Port-au-Prince against the presidential elections, which they believe are manipulated by President Michel Martelly. The opposition, led by Jude Celestin, demands the annulment of the elections and the formation of a transitional government. Despite the end of the Duvalier dictatorship 30 years ago, Haiti continues to struggle with organizing credible elections. The first round saw low voter turnout, with only a quarter of eligible voters participating.

What event is causing tension in Port-au-Prince as described in the first section?

• A natural disaster

• A cultural festival

• The second round of presidential elections

• A sports event

Who is accused of orchestrating an electoral coup in the second section?

• Jude Celestin

• Michel Martelly

• Jean-Claude Duvalier

• René Préval

What action did opposition candidate Jude Celestin take regarding the election?

• He formed a new political party

• He withdrew from the election process

• He decided to participate actively

• He called for a recount

How many years have passed since the end of the Duvalier dictatorship, as mentioned in the third section?

• 20 years

• 50 years

• 40 years

• 30 years

What was the voter turnout in the first round of elections?

• Half of the voters

• All eligible voters

• Three-quarters of the voters

• A quarter of the voters