VOICED : Paseo por el Soho refugio gay en epoca de la prohibicion

The video explores the history of Soho, London, as a refuge for the LGBT community during times when homosexuality was criminalized in the UK. It highlights the post-WWII era, when Soho became a hub for bars and clubs, and a safe haven for the LGBT community due to police avoidance. Despite homosexuality not being illegal, many were prosecuted for related actions. The video concludes with the progress made towards LGBT rights, culminating in the legalization of gay marriage in most of the UK by 2014.

What was the primary focus of the Soho tour mentioned in the video?

• The economic growth of Soho

• The cultural festivals in Soho

• The history of Soho as a gay refuge

• The architectural development of Soho

Why did Soho become a safe haven for the LGBT community after World War II?

• It was heavily patrolled by police

• It had many open parks

• It was a popular tourist destination

• Police avoided the area, making it safer for clandestine activities

What was a significant risk for gay individuals seeking partners in public during the period discussed?

• Being deported

• Being publicly shamed

• Being imprisoned and sentenced to forced labor

• Being fined

How many people were prosecuted for homosexuality in the UK between 1895 and 1967?

• Approximately 10,000

• Approximately 25,000

• Approximately 46,000

• Approximately 60,000

When was gay marriage legalized in most of the UK?

• 2000

• 2010

• 2018

• 2014