Pro-Democracy Activist Joshua Wong Arrested By Hong Kong Police

Pro-Democracy Activist Joshua Wong Arrested By Hong Kong Police

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The transcript discusses the legal challenges faced by a 23-year-old in Hong Kong, who was accused of participating in an unauthorized assembly and violating a face mask law. The law, aimed at preventing identity concealment, was in place before the pandemic. Wong's pro-democracy group disbanded after China's national security legislation. Many activists, including Wong, have been arrested for minor political offenses. Despite facing multiple legal cases, Wong remains determined to resist.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the 23-year-old accused of in Hong Kong?

Participating in a legal assembly

Violating a pre-coronavirus law banning face masks

Distributing illegal substances

Evading taxes

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What was the purpose of the pre-coronavirus law mentioned in the video?

To prevent the spread of diseases

To stop citizens from obscuring their identity

To encourage public gatherings

To promote the use of face masks

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Why did Wong's pro-democracy group disband?

Following a successful campaign

Because of internal conflicts

After China passed national security legislation

Due to financial difficulties

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What type of charges have activists like Wong faced?

Major criminal offenses

Minor offenses related to political speech

Cybercrimes

Traffic violations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is Wong's stance despite facing legal challenges?

He will join a different political group

He plans to leave Hong Kong

He will continue to resist

He will stop all political activities