Floyd Family Kneels For 8 Minutes And 46 Seconds

The video covers a demonstration led by Crump, Reverend Al Sharpton, the Floyd family, and activists who kneeled for eight minutes and 46 seconds outside a courthouse, symbolizing the time Derek Chauvin kneeled on George Floyd's neck. The participants took turns speaking, remembering Floyd, and demanding justice not only in this trial but also at the federal level. They emphasized the need for accountability and highlighted the cases of George Floyd and Philando Castile, both killed by officers sworn to protect the public.

What was the significance of the group kneeling for eight minutes and 46 seconds?

• It was the time taken for the trial to start.

• It symbolized the time Chauvin kneeled on Floyd's neck.

• It was the time taken for the verdict to be announced.

• It represented the time Floyd was in the ambulance.

Who were the key figures involved in the gathering outside the courthouse?

• The police officers involved in the case

• Crump, Reverend Al Sharpton, and the Floyd family

• The judge and jury members

• Local business owners

What was the main focus of the speeches made by the group?

• To discuss the economic impact of the trial

• To remember George Floyd and demand justice

• To celebrate a legal victory

• To announce a new law

What broader issue did the group highlight in their speeches?

• The need for more police funding

• The importance of community service

• The issue of police violence against those they are supposed to protect

• The role of social media in modern trials

Which other victim was mentioned alongside George Floyd to emphasize the issue of police violence?

• Philando Castile

• Breonna Taylor

• Tamir Rice

• Eric Garner