VOICED : Cierre de campana electoral en Colombia

VOICED : Cierre de campana electoral en Colombia

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Interactive Video

Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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A week before Colombia's presidential elections, candidates Juan Manuel Santos and Óscar Iván Zuluaga concluded their campaigns amid a technical tie. The election debate was marked by espionage and corruption scandals, focusing on peace talks with the Farc. The Farc declared a unilateral ceasefire, while Zuluaga demanded more commitment. Santos aimed for reelection to end the long-standing guerrilla conflict. However, polls showed Colombians were more concerned about unemployment, crime, healthcare, and education than the peace process.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main focus of the candidates' final campaign efforts?

Discussing economic policies

Winning over undecided voters

Addressing environmental issues

Improving international relations

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did the Farc announce during the peace negotiations?

A unilateral ceasefire

An alliance with another group

A new offensive against the government

A demand for more territory

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Zuluaga's stance on the Farc's commitment to peace?

He demanded a greater commitment

He believed they were fully committed

He ignored their actions

He supported their current efforts

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was Santos' main goal in seeking re-election?

To enhance healthcare services

To reform the education system

To end the guerrilla conflict

To improve the economy

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which issues were more important to Colombians than the peace negotiations?

Foreign relations and trade

Unemployment, crime, healthcare, and education

Technology and innovation

Environmental policies and tourism