VOICED : Carros, comida, efectivo: bingos y rifas cobran nuevo auge en Venezuela

In Ciudad Guayana, Venezuela, residents participate in bingo nights hoping to win cash or a car. The Venezuelan economy, after years of recession and hyperinflation, has seen some relief due to informal dollarization and relaxed controls, leading to the resurgence of lotteries. Businesses, like a store in Caracas, organize raffles with prizes such as cars to attract customers. Tickets can be expensive, but there are cheaper options. Players often buy multiple tickets to improve their chances of winning, relying on luck to take home a prize.

What event are the residents of San Félix participating in to try their luck?

• A bingo night

• A food festival

• A music concert

• A sports tournament

What economic changes have allowed the Venezuelan economy to recover slightly?

• Foreign investments

• Government subsidies

• Increased oil prices

• Informal dollarization and easing of controls

What is the grand prize offered by a store in Caracas for their raffle?

• A shopping voucher

• A car

• A house

• A vacation package

How much does a ticket cost for the raffle with the car as the grand prize?

• $200

• $150

• $50

• $100

Why do some players purchase multiple tickets in the raffles?

• To support the local economy

• To share with friends

• To increase their chances of winning

• To collect different ticket designs