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 race through the Complexo do Alemão. This route was previously used by the military to pacify the favelas. The event, organized by Afro-Reggae, included participants from various backgrounds, including ex-narcotraffickers. It celebrated the installation of the pacifying police in areas once dominated by the Comando Vermelho. Since 2008, efforts have been made to reclaim favelas from criminal control. The event showcased Rio's transformation and the community's resilience, distributing $26,000 in prizes. The winners were Valerio Fabiano from Brazil and Mourinho Jelagat from Kenya.

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

• To celebrate a local festival

• To retrace the army's path to peace

• To raise funds for charity

• To promote a new sports event

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

• Residents, soldiers, and ex-narcotraffickers

• Professional athletes

• Tourists and visitors

• Only local residents

What was the role of Afro-Reggae in the event?

• They were the main competitors

• They sponsored the event

• They organized the race

• They provided security

How many favelas have been pacified according to the transcript?

• Over 100

• Approximately 90

• Around 70

• About 50

Who won the female category of the race?

• A Brazilian athlete

• A Kenyan athlete

• A local resident

• An American athlete