Spain's Supreme Court Sentences Catalan Separatist Leaders To Prison

In 2017, Catalan leaders organized an independence referendum deemed illegal by Spain. Despite this, the Catalan government proceeded, leading to a declaration of independence. Spain nullified this declaration, dissolved Catalonia's parliament, and took control. In 2019, Spain's Supreme Court sentenced the leaders for sedition, sparking protests in Catalonia. The ruling came just before Spain's fourth election in four years.

What was the main charge that the Catalan leaders were found guilty of?

• Fraud

• Sedition

• Treason

• Rebellion

What was the original jail term sought by prosecutors for the Catalan leaders?

• 25 years

• 10 years

• 15 years

• 20 years

What was the outcome of the 2017 Catalan referendum?

• Majority voted against independence

• The referendum was canceled

• The results were inconclusive

• Majority voted in favor of independence

What action did Spain take after Catalonia declared independence?

• Nullified the declaration and took control

• Held a new referendum

• Imposed economic sanctions

• Recognized the independence

What significant event was scheduled in Spain shortly after the court ruling?

• A new independence referendum

• A national holiday

• The fourth election in four years

• A peace summit