Belarusian Police Conduct Brutal Crackdown On Protesters

Belarusian Police Conduct Brutal Crackdown On Protesters

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The video discusses the violent police crackdown on post-election protests in Belarus, where dozens were injured and hundreds arrested. The country's authoritarian president claimed victory in a disputed election, with no international observers present. Opposition leaders accused the government of election fraud, especially with early ballots. Thousands protested, facing riot police who used force to disperse them. Belarus has a history of suppressing dissent around elections.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate consequence of the police crackdown on protests in Belarus?

International observers intervened.

The president resigned.

Dozens were injured and hundreds were arrested.

The protests were peacefully resolved.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why were the election results in Belarus considered controversial?

The opposition leaders supported the results.

International observers confirmed the results.

There was a high percentage of early ballots cast.

The president was the only candidate.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the opposition in Belarus claim about the election process?

It was conducted without any early voting.

It was an opportunity for tampering.

It was fair and transparent.

It was monitored by international observers.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the police respond to the protests in Belarusian cities?

They joined the protests.

They ignored the protests.

They negotiated with the protesters.

They dispersed the crowds with force.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a historical pattern in Belarus regarding elections?

Frequent international interventions.

Brutal crackdowns on dissent.

Peaceful transitions of power.

Uncontested elections.