Kentucky Derby Runs Amid Protests Demanding Justice For Breonna Taylor

Kentucky Derby Runs Amid Protests Demanding Justice For Breonna Taylor

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The Kentucky Derby, delayed due to the pandemic, took place amid protests over the police killing of Breonna Taylor. Activists demanded justice and called for the race's cancellation. Derby officials acknowledged the protests but proceeded, emphasizing tradition. Demonstrators aimed to shift focus to Taylor's case, clashing with counterprotesters. No arrests were made.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event was delayed due to the pandemic and took place amidst protests?

The Super Bowl

The World Cup

The Kentucky Derby

The Olympics

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did protesters want the Kentucky Derby to be canceled?

To support a different sporting event

In protest of the lack of justice for Breonna Taylor

Because of a lack of security

Due to poor weather conditions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Kentucky Derby officials justify holding the event?

They believed it would boost the economy

They were unaware of the protests

They wanted to honor a long-standing tradition

They had no other choice

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main message on the signs carried by demonstrators?

No justice, no Derby

End the race

Justice for all

Peace and unity

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the clashes between Breonna Taylor supporters and counterprotesters?

Several arrests were made

The event was canceled

Police separated the groups without making arrests

The protests turned violent