Cuban Economic Changes and Challenges

Cuban Economic Changes and Challenges

Assessment

Interactive Video

Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

Created by

Sophia Harris

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The video explores the Cuban economy, highlighting the disparity between state-set salaries and private sector earnings. It discusses the impact of socialist policies post-1959 revolution, leading to government control over businesses and land. The video illustrates the challenges in food supply and employment, and the emergence of a private sector in the 90s. It highlights how professionals like engineers and doctors turn to private jobs for better income. The informal market plays a crucial role in survival, with Cubans engaging in small-scale illegal activities. Despite slow reforms, public sentiment remains skeptical about significant change.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why do taxi drivers in Cuba earn more than doctors?

They work longer hours.

They have private licenses and can charge tourists.

They receive government subsidies.

They have higher education levels.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major change occurred in Cuba after the socialist revolution in 1959?

Privatization of healthcare.

Increase in foreign investments.

Nationalization of private businesses and land.

Introduction of a free market economy.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a common scene in Cuban eateries due to the state-run economy?

Abundance of food options.

Empty establishments with too many employees.

Efficient service and full shelves.

High customer satisfaction.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Cuba's economy survive for many years despite inefficiencies?

By increasing local production.

With subsidies from the Soviet Union.

By exporting goods.

Through tourism.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What change did the Cuban government implement in the 90s to address economic issues?

Reduction in government jobs.

Ban on foreign investments.

Introduction of private licenses.

Increased state control over businesses.

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a consequence of the private sector's growth in Cuba?

Professionals leaving their trades for better-paying jobs.

Decrease in tourism.

Higher taxes on private businesses.

Increase in state-run businesses.

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of the informal market in Cuba?

It is associated with dangerous activities.

It is primarily for luxury goods.

It helps people survive by selling basic items.

It is fully legal and regulated.

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