Canada Joins Allies In Beijing Olympics Boycott

Several countries, including Canada, the UK, and Australia, have announced a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics in Beijing. This decision is in protest of China's human rights abuses. In response, China has accused these countries of politicizing sports and has promised to take firm countermeasures.

Which countries have announced a diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics in Beijing?

• Canada, the UK, and Australia

• USA, India, and Japan

• Russia, Brazil, and South Africa

• Germany, France, and Italy

Which of the following is NOT a country involved in the diplomatic boycott?

• Canada

• Australia

• UK

• Germany

What is the primary reason given for the diplomatic boycott of the Winter Olympics?

• Chinese human rights abuses

• Economic sanctions

• Environmental concerns

• Political instability

How does China view the actions of the countries boycotting the Winter Olympics?

• As a necessary diplomatic move

• As an opportunity for dialogue

• As politicizing sports

• As a sign of support

What has China promised in response to the diplomatic boycott?

• To take firm countermeasures

• To ignore the boycott

• To host a separate event

• To apologize for the accusations