Haitianos protestan contra precios de gasolina; amenazan carnival

In Haiti, hundreds protested against high gas prices, threatening to disrupt the upcoming carnival if prices don't decrease. The protest turned violent, with vehicles burned and police using tear gas. A larger protest is planned, urging businesses to close and citizens to join. Despite recent government price cuts, protesters demand further reductions in line with global oil price drops.

What was the main reason for the protests in the Haitian capital?

• Political corruption

• High gasoline prices

• Lack of employment

• Poor healthcare facilities

What did some protesters do during the demonstrations?

• Burned vehicles and threw rocks

• Held a press conference

• Distributed flyers

• Organized a peaceful march

How did the police respond to the protesters' actions?

• Used water cannons

• Arrested the leaders

• Fired tear gas

• Blocked the roads

What did the organizers of the larger protest planned for Saturday urge businesses to do?

• Increase security

• Remain closed

• Offer discounts

• Stay open

What recent action did the government take regarding gasoline prices?

• Reduced the prices twice

• Subsidized the prices

• Kept the prices stable

• Increased the prices