Chinas Great Firewall Suppresses HK Protest Chats

The video discusses the censorship of Hong Kong pro-democracy protests on Chinese social media, particularly Weibo. It highlights the monitoring of inaccessible posts by the University of Hong Kong, noting spikes around significant events. The growth of social media has allowed some critical posts, but censorship remains strong. People in China use coded language to bypass censors, employing numbers and alternative characters to convey messages without direct reference.

What is the primary role of algorithms and sensors in China regarding social media?

• To enhance user experience

• To promote government policies

• To suppress discussions on sensitive topics

• To increase social media engagement

Which platform is mentioned as the Chinese equivalent of Twitter?

• QQ

• Baidu

• WeChat

• Weibo

What significant event is associated with a spike in inaccessible Weibo posts?

• The Dragon Boat Festival

• The Mid-Autumn Festival

• The June 4th anniversary

• The Chinese New Year

How do people in China circumvent censorship when discussing sensitive topics?

• By using coded language and symbols

• By posting during off-peak hours

• By using VPNs

• By using foreign social media platforms

What is a common method used to refer to sensitive figures in China without being censored?

• Using their full name

• Using their official title

• Using a series of numbers or alternative characters

• Using their initials