Confederate Monument Removed In Georgia

At midnight on Thursday, city workers removed a 30-foot obelisk known as the Lost Cause, as people cheered. A judge had ordered its removal to prevent potential vandalism. Erected in 1908, the monument had become a protest focal point, with activists demanding its removal from the County Courthouse. The judge noted it was a frequent target of graffiti and a source of community tension. The removal aimed to prevent any catastrophic attempts to destroy it.

What event took place at midnight on Thursday?

• A new monument was erected.

• The 30-foot obelisk was removed.

• A city council meeting was held.

• A protest was organized.

Why did the county judge order the monument to be taken down?

• To prevent protesters from removing it.

• To restore it to its original condition.

• To relocate it to a museum.

• To make space for a new building.

In what year was the monument originally erected?

• 1895

• 1920

• 1908

• 1915

What did the judge say about the Confederate obelisk?

• It was a symbol of unity.

• It was a historical landmark.

• It was a frequent target of graffiti and vandalism.

• It was a popular tourist attraction.

What potential risk did the judge associate with the obelisk?

• It could be stolen.

• It could be forcibly removed or destroyed.

• It could cause traffic congestion.

• It could attract more tourists.