VOICED: Brasil: 5 km por la paz

The video discusses a peace challenge event in Rio de Janeiro, where 1,500 people ran a 5 km route through Complexo do Alemão, a path previously used by the military to bring peace to the favelas. The event, organized by Afro-Reggae, included residents, soldiers, and former narcotraffickers, celebrating the installation of a pacifying police force. Since 2008, authorities have worked to reclaim favelas from criminal control before major international events. The race highlights community pride and the potential for positive change, distributing $26,000 in prizes. Winners were Valerio Fabiano from Brazil and Mourinje Lagarde from Kenya.

What was the main purpose of the 5-kilometer run in the complex of Alemão?

• To celebrate a local festival

• To raise funds for charity

• To retrace the army's path to peace

• To promote a new sports event

Who were some of the participants in the peace challenge event?

• Only local residents

• Professional athletes

• Habitants, soldiers, and ex-narcotraffickers

• Tourists and visitors

What significant change occurred in the favelas since 2008?

• Installation of pacifying police and control operations

• Increase in tourism

• Development of new housing projects

• Introduction of new sports facilities

How many favelas have been pacified in Rio de Janeiro?

• About 50

• Around 90

• More than 200

• Less than 30

Who won the female category in the race and what was her time?

• A Kenyan, 17 minutes and 13 seconds

• A Brazilian, 21 minutes and 9 seconds

• A Kenyan, 21 minutes and 9 seconds

• A Brazilian, 17 minutes and 13 seconds