Portland Mayor Tear Gassed By Federal Agents During Protests

Portland Mayor Tear Gassed By Federal Agents During Protests

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Social Studies

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During a protest against federal agents in the city, demonstrators were tear gassed. Mayor Ted Wheeler joined the protest, opposing the federal presence ordered by President Trump. Despite his stance, Wheeler faced criticism for not controlling local police's use of force, earning the nickname 'tear gas Ted'.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the protest where demonstrators were tear-gassed?

To support federal agents

To oppose the presence of federal agents

To celebrate a local festival

To demand more federal intervention

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who joined the demonstrators at the protest?

A local police chief

A federal agent

President Trump

Mayor Ted Wheeler

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did Mayor Wheeler express gratitude for in his statement?

The support of federal agents

The peaceful resolution of the protest

The protesters' opposition to federal agents

The local police's actions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why was Mayor Wheeler criticized before the federal agents' arrival?

For not attending the protest

For increasing police funding

For supporting the federal agents

For not regulating local police's use of force

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What nickname was given to Mayor Wheeler due to the local police's actions?

Protest Ted

Federal Ted

Tear Gas Ted

Peaceful Ted