VOICED : Las Pussy Riot mantienen rebeldia en su p

The Russian government's attempt to silence Pussy Riot by imprisoning them for nearly two years had the opposite effect. A Russian parliamentary amnesty law led to their early release, drawing significant media attention. The group was initially charged with vandalism and inciting religious hatred for performing a punk prayer against Putin in a Moscow cathedral. After their release, Pussy Riot expressed support for Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a former magnate and opposition figure, to run for the Russian presidency. They also launched a project to defend prisoner rights.

What was the unintended consequence of the Russian government's action against Pussy Riot?

• They gained international fame.

• They were silenced permanently.

• They moved to another country.

• They stopped protesting.

What were the charges against the Pussy Riot members?

• Theft and burglary

• Vandalism and inciting religious hatred

• Fraud and embezzlement

• Assault and battery

What did Pussy Riot do in their first press conference after release?

• Declared they would leave Russia

• Apologized for their actions

• Expressed support for Mikhail Khodorkovsky

• Announced a new album

Who is Mikhail Khodorkovsky?

• A former magnate and political opponent

• A Russian government official

• A famous Russian singer

• A member of Pussy Riot

What initiative did Pussy Riot introduce at the press conference?

• A campaign for environmental protection

• A project to defend prisoners' rights

• A new music festival

• A charity for homeless animals