XR activist explains blocking Whitehall in sit-down protest

XR activist explains blocking Whitehall in sit-down protest

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Social Studies, History

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript describes a past disruption in Glasgow that took eight months to resolve, and imagines the chaos if a similar event occurred in London. It then shifts to a protest in Parliament Square, where a speaker using a megaphone is confronted by police. The narrative continues with the crowd's movement and interaction with police, highlighting the tension and attempts to avoid isolation by authorities.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the duration taken to clear up the mess in Glasgow 15 years ago?

One year

Two years

Eight months

Six months

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What additional problem is mentioned in the context of urban disruptions?

Flooding of semi-basements

Traffic congestion

Power outages

Communication breakdown

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why did the police intervene during the demonstration in Parliament Square?

There was a threat of violence

The demonstration was unauthorized

The crowd was too large

The speaker was using a megaphone

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the crowd's initial reaction when someone suggested moving during the demonstration?

They dispersed immediately

They started running

They walked over calmly

They ignored the suggestion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the police's strategy during the demonstration?

To isolate certain individuals

To disperse the entire crowd

To arrest everyone present

To negotiate with the leaders

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