Rio's Social Opportunities And Challenges

Question 1

Diversity

Answer 1

Huge mix of different religions, foods and customs
Less likely to be discriminated against because of race
51% of pop. is white
36% multiracial
12% black
1% Asian
0.1% Amerindian

Question 2

Education

Answer 2

Big pull factor
Rio has a number of universities and colleges
Second largest centre for research and development in Brazil

Question 3

Community

Answer 3

Big sense of community especially in favelas
Festivals and celebrations huge
• Annual carnival

Question 4

Health services

Answer 4

Very good and desirable

Water, electricity and sanitation also widely available