Chinese Citizens Defy Lockdown Efforts

The transcript discusses unusual protests in China, highlighting their occurrence in capital cities and the direct criticism of Xi Jinping. These protests, initially sparked by a fire in a locked-down apartment, have spread nationwide, involving various societal strata, including university students. The protests have also taken a creative turn online, with people using innovative methods to bypass censorship, such as holding blank sheets of paper and using coded messages on social media.

What unusual aspect of the recent protests in China is highlighted in the text?

How have the protests in China evolved from peaceful vigils to wider demonstrations?

What role do university students play in the protests mentioned in the text?

What does the use of white paper symbolize in the context of the protests?

What creative methods have people used to express their support for the protests online?