VOICED : Miles de manifestantes desafían la prohibicion de la vigilia de Tiananmen en Hong Kong

In Hong Kong, thousands gathered to commemorate the Tiananmen Square crackdown despite a police ban due to COVID-19. The vigil, a symbol of resistance against Beijing's influence, took place amid heightened tensions following the passage of a controversial law penalizing disrespect towards the Chinese national anthem. This event highlights Hong Kong's unique freedoms and the ongoing struggle for democracy in the region.

Why did the police not authorize the traditional vigil in Hong Kong this year?

• Lack of public interest

• Because of a new law

• Weather conditions

• Due to the risk of COVID-19

What event does the Hong Kong vigil commemorate?

• The Tiananmen Square crackdown

• The Cultural Revolution

• The handover of Hong Kong to China

• The founding of the People's Republic of China

What is unique about Hong Kong in relation to the Tiananmen Square events?

• It is the only place where the events are not discussed

• It is the only place in China where the events are commemorated annually

• It was the site of the original protests

• It has the largest number of survivors

What was the purpose of the controversial law passed in Hong Kong's Parliament?

• To improve public transportation

• To increase trade with mainland China

• To penalize disrespect towards the Chinese national anthem

• To promote tourism

How did the police respond to the protests in the commercial district of Mong Kok?

• They dispersed the crowd immediately

• They arrested several protesters but allowed the protest to continue

• They joined the protest

• They ignored the protest