Kremlin Downplays Nationwide Protests Over Navalny

Kremlin Downplays Nationwide Protests Over Navalny

Assessment

Interactive Video

Business, Social Studies

University

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

The transcript discusses the recent protests in Russia, highlighting the significant presence of first-time protesters, particularly young people aged 18 to 30. These protests are notable for their nationwide spread, indicating a growing organizational power. The arrest of Alexei Navalny has shifted his status from a marginal figure to a symbol of political opposition, challenging the Kremlin's narrative of no alternatives. The transcript explores the potential political implications of this shift and the unlikelihood of Navalny's release, given the Kremlin's reluctance to admit mistakes.

Read more

5 questions

Show all answers

1.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What is significant about the number of first-time protesters in the recent demonstrations?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

2.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

How have the protests in Moscow and Saint Petersburg been characterized in comparison to previous protests?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

3.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What does the Kremlin's reaction to Navalny's arrest indicate about his influence?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

4.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

In what way has Alexei Navalny's status changed in the eyes of the Russian public?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF

5.

OPEN ENDED QUESTION

3 mins • 1 pt

What are the implications of having a clear alternative political figure in Russia?

Evaluate responses using AI:

OFF