VOICED : Uruguay: marihuana divide a expertos

VOICED : Uruguay: marihuana divide a expertos

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Social Studies, Philosophy, History

9th - 12th Grade

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Uruguay is set to become the first country to regulate the entire cannabis production and sale process, a move led by President José Mujica. The initiative aims to provide a regulatory framework for drug use, currently controlled by narcotraffickers. Some advocate for the legalization of all drugs to reduce the black market, while others, like Dr. Trelles, argue that state endorsement of cannabis sends a harmful message and that it acts as a gateway drug. Despite opposition, the Uruguayan Senate, with a majority, is poised to pass the law, with a vote scheduled for December 10.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary goal of Uruguay's new cannabis regulation initiative?

To provide a regulatory framework for cannabis

To promote cannabis exports

To increase cannabis consumption

To ban cannabis entirely

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one argument for legalizing pure forms of all drugs?

It will increase drug consumption

It will eliminate the black market

It will reduce drug prices

It will make drugs more accessible

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern does Dr. Trelles express about the cannabis initiative?

It sends a message that marijuana is not harmful

It will increase the cost of marijuana

It will decrease state revenue

It will lead to increased drug trafficking

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to critics, what is a potential risk of legalizing marijuana?

It will lead to the use of other drugs

It will decrease marijuana quality

It will increase the price of marijuana

It will reduce the number of users

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the political situation regarding the cannabis law in the Uruguayan Senate?

The law has been indefinitely postponed

The majority supports the law, ensuring its passage

The Senate is evenly split on the law

The opposition has a majority to block the law