Hong Kong Students Defy Ban, Wear Masks To Graduation

In Hong Kong, students wore protest masks at their graduation to support pro-democracy protests. Despite a government ban on masks, they defended their rights to freedom of expression. The students demanded universal suffrage and an inquiry into police conduct. The graduation ceremony was cut short, but no arrests were made.

Why did students in Hong Kong wear masks with their graduation attire?

• To follow a new fashion trend

• To celebrate a cultural festival

• To support pro-democracy protests

• To protect against pollution

What did the Hong Kong government ban in October?

• University graduations

• Wearing masks during protests

• Media coverage of protests

• Public gatherings

What rights were the students defending according to the University Student Union?

• Right to privacy

• Right to education

• Right to freedom of expression and speech

• Right to work

What were some of the demands of the protesters?

• More public holidays

• Increased government spending on education

• Universal suffrage and an independent inquiry into police conduct

• Lower taxes

What happened to the graduation ceremony after the degrees were handed out?

• It was moved to a different location

• It continued with a party

• It was abruptly cut short

• It was postponed to another day