HK Democracy Protests Spread as Police Fire Tear Gas

The transcript describes the situation in Hong Kong where protests have been ongoing. Initially, the scene is calm, but the protests have expanded across various districts. The protests, driven by young people, are calling for democracy. Despite calls from Occupy Central to disperse, the protests have grown, with public anger increasing. The situation is unprecedented since the 1997 handover, with tear gas used for the first time in recent memory.

What was the general atmosphere in Hong Kong as described in the text?

What actions were the police taking regarding the protesters?

What demographic was primarily represented among the protesters?

How did the protesters respond to the police's requests?

What was the significance of the protests in relation to the history of Hong Kong?