precedent: an act or decision that sets a standard for future acts or decisions
eliminate: to get rid of entirely
opponent: a person who battles against another person for a position
expand: to widen
Brazil Elects first Female President
The first female President has been in Brazil. Dilma Rousseff of the Workers' Party hopes this will set a precedent for equality in her country. "I would like who have daughters to look straight in their eyes and tell them: 'Yes, a woman can," she said in her victory . Her main goal is to eliminate poverty in Brazil. She will also lead an effort to expand her country's oil industry. President Lula, Rousseff's mentor, is for the future of Brazil.
Comprehension Questions:
Who is Dilma Rouseff?
Summarize what Ms. Rouseff said to parents in her victory speech.
What is the main issue Ms. Rouseff wants to tackle?
Discussion Question: How do men and women differ in the way they take on leadership roles?
Brazil Elects first Female President The first female President has been elected in Brazil. Dilma Rousseff of the Workers' Party hopes this will set a precedent for equality in her country. "I would like parents who have daughters to look straight in their eyes and tell them: 'Yes, a woman can," she said in her victory speech. Her main goal is to eliminate poverty in Brazil. She will also lead an effort to expand her country's oil industry. Former President Lula, Rousseff's mentor, is hopeful for the future of Brazil.
Comprehension Answers:
Dilma Rouseff was just elected to be the President of Brazil.
Ms. Rouseff told parents to remind their Brazilian daughters that they can do anything they set out to do. Their gender should not stand in the way.
Poverty is the main issue Ms. Rouseff wants to tackle during her presidency.
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