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

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.

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

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

• Xi Jinping

• Leung Chun Ying

• Carrie Lam

• Donald Tsang

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

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

• Since 2010

• Since 2000

• Since 1997

• Since 1984

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