VOICED: Chicago pastor occupies rooftop for community change

Pastor Brooks is protesting violence in a Chicago neighborhood by living on a rooftop for a month. After a teenage boy was shot, he announced a three-week fast and aims to raise nearly half a million dollars to open Project Hood, a community development center. The boy's parents, Kimberly and Darryl Hopkins, support the initiative, hoping it will provide an alternative to street violence. The community, including churchgoers, is actively supporting the cause by collecting donations. Pastor Brooks is determined to stay on the roof until the funds are raised, even through the holidays.

What motivated Pastor Brooks to start his rooftop protest?

• The recent shooting of a teenage boy

• A desire to raise money for a new church

• A community festival

• A personal challenge to live outdoors

What is the primary goal of Pastor Brooks' rooftop protest?

• To raise awareness about environmental issues

• To collect donations for a new school

• To raise funds to purchase a building for Project Hood

• To organize a community sports event

Who are Kimberly and Darryl Hopkins in relation to the event?

• City council members

• Local business owners

• The parents of the teenage victim

• The owners of the abandoned motel

What role do churchgoers play in Pastor Brooks' initiative?

• They are building a new church

• They are planning a community picnic

• They are collecting donations for Project Hood

• They are organizing a protest march

How long does Pastor Brooks plan to stay on the rooftop?

• Until the end of the month

• Until the funds are raised

• Until the police investigation concludes

• Until the weather improves