Fuel protest ends as hauliers leave Dublin

Fuel protest ends as hauliers leave Dublin

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The transcript discusses a protest in Dublin, highlighting the challenges faced by truckers and other protesters due to high fuel prices. It covers the government's response, public sentiment, and the broader impact on society, including frontline workers. The protest is described as peaceful, with participants standing up for their beliefs despite facing fines and penalties. The transcript concludes with acknowledgments of the peaceful nature of the protest and the reasons behind it.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the main reasons for the truckers' protest in Dublin?

To support a political party

To celebrate a national holiday

To protest against penalty points and fines

To demand better roads

2.

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30 sec • 1 pt

How did the gardai influence the protest turnout?

By warning about fines and penalty points

By offering financial incentives

By organizing a counter-protest

By providing free transport

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sectors were mentioned as being affected by the rising fuel prices?

Education and tourism

Healthcare and transport

Technology and finance

Agriculture and construction

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the nature of the protest according to the authorities?

Chaotic

Violent

Peaceful

Unorganized

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What underlying reason was highlighted for the protest?

The call for political reform

The treatment of the Philippines

The demand for higher wages

The need for better infrastructure