VOICED : Los sin techo protestan en Sao Paulo

Thousands of protesters from the Homeless Workers Movement marched to the Sao Paulo legislative building, demanding the legalization of their land occupations. They occupied the street, urging the approval of an urban regulation plan to recognize their settlements and build social housing. Protesters set up temporary shelters and vowed to remain until the regulation is voted on.

What was the main demand of the protesters from the Homeless Workers Movement?

• To increase wages

• To legalize their land occupations

• To improve public transportation

• To reduce taxes

How many people occupied the street in front of the municipal building?

• 10,000

• 1,000

• 3,000

• 5,000

What is the population of the city where the protest took place?

• 20 million

• 15 million

• 11 million

• 5 million

What is the purpose of the new master plan the protesters are advocating for?

• To increase the number of parks

• To recognize illegal occupations for social housing

• To build more shopping centers

• To improve road infrastructure

What did the protesters set up in front of the municipal building?

• Food stalls

• Small tents and tarps

• A stage for performances

• A large screen for presentations