VOICED : Rio de Janeiro recorta espectaculo de Ano Nuevo

VOICED : Rio de Janeiro recorta espectaculo de Ano Nuevo

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The video discusses the preparations for New Year's Eve fireworks in Copacabana, Rio de Janeiro, highlighting the impact of the economic crisis on the event's duration and sponsorship. Despite budget cuts, the event remains a significant spectacle, with 21,000 fireworks launched from 11 boats. The video also touches on the lack of seasonal decorations due to financial constraints and the public's pessimism about Brazil's economic recovery amid ongoing corruption scandals.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the shorter duration of the fireworks show in Copacabana this year?

Increased safety regulations

Economic crisis

Weather conditions

Lack of interest

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many fireworks are planned to be launched during the New Year's Eve celebration in Rio?

25,000

21,000

15,000

10,000

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What makes the New Year's Eve celebration in Copacabana stand out globally?

The most expensive event

The highest number of attendees

The largest number of fireworks

The longest fireworks show

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was the famous Christmas tree not installed at Rodrigo de Freitas lagoon this year?

Lack of sponsors

Environmental concerns

New city regulations

Construction delays

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general sentiment among cariocas regarding Brazil's economic recovery?

Indifferent

Pessimistic

Cautiously optimistic

Highly optimistic