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Brazil decriminalizes small amounts of marijuana (Level A1) — text

Brazil decriminalizes small amounts of marijuanaCEFR A1

14 Nov 2024

Adapted from Isabela Carvalho, Global Voices CC BY 3.0

Photo by Pedro Céu, Unsplash

Level A1 – Beginner
2 min
71 words
  • Brazil's Supreme Court changed the marijuana rules in June.
  • Small amounts are now seen as personal use only.
  • Using marijuana is still illegal but not criminal.
  • Penalties will be administrative, such as fines or warnings.
  • Police can stop people with small amounts, not arrest.
  • The change could help reduce prison overcrowding and violence.
  • Some civil groups welcomed the clearer rules and guidance.
  • People say more education and support are needed now.

Difficult words

  • marijuanaa drug made from a plant used by people
  • personal useuse by one person, not for selling
  • illegalnot allowed by the law
  • criminalrelating to crimes or punishable by law
  • penaltya punishment, for example a fine or warning
    Penalties
  • administrativemade or done by government offices
  • overcrowdingtoo many people in one place

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Discussion questions

  • Do you think people need more education now?
  • Would you prefer a fine or a warning?
  • Do you think this change can reduce prison overcrowding?

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