LUMUMBA - VIOLENT REACTION

The video reports on the global reactions following the death of Patrice Lumumba, highlighting protests and violence in various locations. It begins with an introduction by Geoffrey Sumner, detailing Lumumba's fate and the subsequent unrest. The United Nations experienced disruptions during a Security Council meeting, with injuries reported. In Yugoslavia, a large protest took place in Belgrade. Paris saw demonstrations by African students near the Belgian Embassy, leading to clashes with police. Finally, in Cairo, protesters targeted the Belgian Embassy, expressing their anger over Lumumba's death.

What event at the United Nations was disrupted following Lumumba's death?

• A General Assembly meeting

• A peacekeeping mission briefing

• A Security Council meeting

• A press conference

How many United Nations guards were injured during the protests?

• 15

• 20

• 10

• 18

In which city did a crowd of 150,000 people march in protest?

• Brussels

• Belgrade

• Cairo

• Paris

What was the main reason for the Federation of African Students' protest in Paris?

• To demand more scholarships

• To celebrate Lumumba's achievements

• To express concern over African events

• To support Belgian policies

What action did the demonstrators in Cairo take at the Belgian Embassy?

• They delivered a petition

• They held a peaceful vigil

• They sang protest songs

• They kicked down the embassy shield