Hong Kong Once Again Warns Against Foreign Interference In Protests

Anti-government protesters in Hong Kong marched to the US consulate seeking support from the Trump administration. Thousands waved American flags and sang the US national anthem. The protests turned violent as police used tear gas on demonstrators who vandalized a subway station. Chinese state media accused foreign forces of influencing the protests and warned against attempts to separate Hong Kong from China. The march also aimed to urge US lawmakers to pass the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act, which would require annual assessments of Hong Kong's status as a US trading partner and impose sanctions on those undermining its autonomy.

What was the primary goal of the protesters marching to the US consulate?

• To demand a trade agreement

• To seek asylum in the US

• To request military intervention

• To gain support from the Trump administration

What actions did the Hong Kong police take during the protests?

• They negotiated with the protesters

• They provided security for the march

• They used tear gas on demonstrators

• They arrested all the protesters

What did Chinese state media allege about the Hong Kong protests?

• They were organized by the government

• They were supported by local businesses

• They were peaceful demonstrations

• They were influenced by foreign forces

What is the purpose of the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act?

• To assess Hong Kong's status as a US trading partner

• To establish a new government in Hong Kong

• To provide financial aid to Hong Kong

• To create a free trade zone in Hong Kong

What would the Hong Kong Human Rights and Democracy Act impose on those undermining the city's autonomy?

• Sanctions and penalties

• Diplomatic immunity

• Financial rewards

• Travel bans