VOICED : Protestas en Brasil por aumento de boleto

A protest erupted in Brazil against a bus fare increase, with over a thousand demonstrators invading a major transport hub in Rio de Janeiro. The police used tear gas to disperse the crowd. The fare hike, set to start on Saturday, will raise prices from $1.15 to $1.25. Protesters blocked nearby streets with burning barricades, demanding better public services and condemning government spending on the 2014 World Cup. They also called for action against corruption. Previous protests during the Confederations Cup led to a temporary fare rollback.

What was the main reason for the protest at the central station in Rio de Janeiro?

• To demand better healthcare services

• To celebrate a national holiday

• To protest against the increase in bus fares

• To support the World Cup 2014

What was the percentage increase in the bus fare that sparked the protest?

• 11%

• 7%

• 9%

• 5%

What did the protesters use to block the streets near the central station?

• Burning barricades

• Police barricades

• Construction equipment

• Parked vehicles

What major event's spending was criticized by the protesters?

• Presidential Elections

• World Cup 2014

• Olympic Games 2016

• Carnival Festival

What did the protesters demand in addition to better public services?

• More sports events

• Lower taxes

• Anti-corruption measures

• Increased tourism