VOICED : La jefa del Ejecutivo de Hong Kong entona el mea culpa pero sin concesiones

Kerry Lam, the Chief Executive of Hong Kong, acknowledged the significant defeat of pro-Beijing candidates in local elections, reflecting public dissatisfaction. Despite recognizing the high voter turnout as a sign of societal discontent, she avoided addressing pro-democracy demands and condemned protest violence. Pro-democracy candidates won 388 out of 452 district council seats, challenging Lam's belief in silent majority support for her administration.

What did Kerry Lam acknowledge about the local elections?

• The elections had no impact on her administration.

• The defeat of pro-Beijing candidates showed public dissatisfaction.

• Pro-Beijing candidates won overwhelmingly.

• The elections were rigged.

What was one reason for the high voter turnout according to the transcript?

• To support the current government.

• To express opinions on societal issues.

• To support foreign intervention.

• To boycott the elections.

What societal issues were voters expressing opinions on?

• Economic growth and development.

• Government deficiencies and current instability.

• International relations.

• Environmental policies.

How many seats did pro-democracy candidates win in the District Council?

• 100 seats

• 50 seats

• 388 seats

• 452 seats

What was Kerry Lam's belief about the majority's opinion before the election results?

• They were indifferent to her administration.

• They silently disapproved of her administration.

• They silently approved of her administration.

• They were actively protesting against her.