VOICED : Las Pussy Riot mantienen rebeldia en

VOICED : Las Pussy Riot mantienen rebeldia en

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Social Studies, History, Performing Arts, Arts

9th - 12th Grade

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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 their punk prayer against Putin in a Moscow cathedral. In a press conference, they expressed support for Mikhail Khodorkovsky, a former magnate and opposition figure, to run for the Russian presidency. Additionally, they introduced a project aimed at defending prisoner rights.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

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

They moved to another country.

They stopped protesting.

They were silenced permanently.

They gained international fame.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were the charges against Pussy Riot members for their protest?

Fraud and embezzlement

Theft and burglary

Assault and battery

Vandalism and inciting religious hatred

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

When was the third member of Pussy Riot released?

October 2011

October 2012

October 2013

October 2014

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who did Pussy Riot express support for as a potential presidential candidate?

Mikhail Khodorkovsky

Vladimir Putin

Alexei Navalny

Dmitry Medvedev

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What initiative did Pussy Riot introduce during their press conference?

A charity for children

A new music album

A project to defend prisoners' rights

A political party