Hugo Chávez 101: a quiz about Venezuela's ex-president
Chávez attempted to lead a coup against the government in 1992. It failed from lack of support, however, and he surrendered in exchange for television time to address the nation.
Chávez attempted to lead a coup against the government in 1992. It failed from lack of support, however, and he surrendered in exchange for television time to address the nation.
Chávez attempted to lead a coup against the government in 1992. It failed from lack of support, however, and he surrendered in exchange for television time to address the nation.
Chávez attempted to lead a coup against the government in 1992. It failed from lack of support, however, and he surrendered in exchange for television time to address the nation.
2. What event in 1992 brought Chávez into the Venezuelan political spotlight?
Hugo Chávez. (Jorge Silva/Reuters)
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Announcement of his presidential campaign |
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A failed coup attempt by Chávez |
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Chávez's honorable discharge |
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His successful military operation against rebels |



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