Question

After being elected president of Venezuela, Hugo Chavez

sought to introduce capitalism similar to the United States.
strengthened ties with democracies like the United States.
strengthened ties with communist countries like Cuba.
sought to introduce communism similar to Cuba.

Answer 1

After being elected president of Venezuela, Hugo Chavez **strengthened ties with communist countries like Cuba** and **sought to introduce socialism** similar to what was practiced in Cuba. Chavez's policies included significant state control over the economy and an emphasis on social welfare programs, frequently described as "21st-century socialism."