VOICED : Violencia en protestas antiausteridad en Rio de Janeiro

In Rio de Janeiro, a protest against austerity measures turned violent when police used tear gas and noise bombs. Initially peaceful, the protest escalated after some individuals attempted to breach barriers. Protesters, including unpaid police officers and public sector workers, voiced their discontent with government corruption and proposed measures like increased retirement deductions and privatization. The protest highlights the public's refusal to bear the cost of political mismanagement.

What event caused the police to intervene during the protest in Rio de Janeiro?

• A speech by a politician

• A group attempting to breach barriers

• A peaceful march

• A music concert

Which groups were involved in the protest against the state's financial crisis?

• Police officers, public health workers, retirees, and judicial staff

• International tourists

• Local business owners

• Only students

What is one of the reasons for the protest against the state government?

• Lack of public transportation

• Poor weather conditions

• High taxes on luxury goods

• Corruption leading to the state's financial crisis

What is one of the proposed measures to address the financial crisis in Rio de Janeiro?

• Building new schools

• Expanding public parks

• Increasing retirement contributions for public employees

• Reducing public transportation fares

What is another proposed measure mentioned to tackle the financial issues in the state?

• Building more shopping malls

• Increasing the number of public holidays

• Privatization of the water sanitation company

• Reducing the price of gasoline