Student protests over tuition fees in London

Student protests over tuition fees in London

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The transcript describes a student protest in London against tuition fee increases. Despite harsh weather, thousands of students employed surprise tactics to disrupt traffic and avoid police containment. The protest highlighted the students' determination to fight for educational rights, with many supported by their parents. The police used controversial strategies, leading to clashes and arrests. The students vowed to continue their efforts until the parliamentary vote, emphasizing the importance of education accessibility.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy did the students use to surprise the authorities during the protest?

They gathered at a single location.

They dispersed into side streets.

They followed the planned route.

They avoided the city center.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the student protests?

To celebrate a national holiday.

To support a political party.

To demand better public transport.

To oppose tuition fee increases.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the students view their fight for education?

As a temporary inconvenience.

As the biggest fight of their lives.

As a personal challenge.

As a minor issue.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the students promise to do until the parliamentary vote?

Stop all protests.

Continue their demonstrations.

Negotiate with the police.

Focus on their studies.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Where did the protestors return to for a standoff with the police?

Trafalgar Square

Parliament Square

Buckingham Palace

London Bridge