Miles de residentes de Hong Kong, furiosos con Beijing, marchan por la democracia

Miles de residentes de Hong Kong, furiosos con Beijing, marchan por la democracia

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Social Studies, History, Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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On July 1st, tens of thousands of Hong Kong residents marched for democracy, protesting Beijing's claim of ultimate authority over the region. This annual protest marks the anniversary of Hong Kong's handover from Britain to China in 1997. Recently, nearly 800,000 residents participated in a mock referendum supporting full democracy. The protestors, some calling for the resignation of Chief Executive Leung Chun Ying, were particularly incensed by a Chinese government document asserting that Hong Kong's autonomy is granted by the central government, not inherent.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main reason for the large protest in Hong Kong?

To promote tourism

To support the local government

To demand more democracy

To celebrate a national holiday

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who was the leader that some protesters wanted to resign during the march?

Xi Jinping

Leung Chun Ying

Carrie Lam

Donald Tsang

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event does July 1st commemorate in Hong Kong?

The first democratic election

The handover of power from London to Beijing

The founding of Hong Kong

The establishment of the financial center

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Since when has July 1st become an annual day of protest in Hong Kong?

Since 2010

Since 2000

Since 1997

Since 1984

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the recent document from the Chinese cabinet state about Hong Kong's autonomy?

It is a temporary arrangement

It is granted by the central government

It is not recognized by Beijing

It is inherent and permanent