VOICED : Rebrote de violencia en Nicaragua deja un muerto en marcha

VOICED : Rebrote de violencia en Nicaragua deja un muerto en marcha

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Social Studies, History

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

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A protest in Nicaragua demanding President Daniel Ortega's resignation turned violent, resulting in one death and several injuries. The deceased, a 16-year-old, was reportedly killed in crossfire, with conflicting accounts from police and family. The march, organized by families of political prisoners, defied Ortega's threats against opposition. Despite a decrease in protest violence, detentions have increased. Critics accuse Ortega and his wife, Vice President Rosario Murillo, of establishing a corrupt dictatorship.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the age of the individual who died during the protest in Nicaragua?

20 years old

16 years old

15 years old

18 years old

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who organized the protest titled 'Somos la Voz de los Presos Políticos'?

Political leaders

International organizations

Families of political prisoners

Local government officials

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was President Ortega's response to the ongoing protests?

He threatened to prosecute protestors

He ignored the protests

He resigned from his position

He supported the protests

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the trend in the intensity of protest repression since April?

It has increased significantly

It has remained the same

It has decreased in intensity

It has completely stopped

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are President Ortega and his wife accused of by their opponents?

Promoting democracy

Establishing a dictatorship marked by corruption

Supporting human rights

Improving the economy