Understanding Protests at the Olympics

What was the main reason Ethiopian marathon runner Feyisa Lilesa protested at the 2016 Rio Olympics?

• To support the Ethiopian government
• To protest against the Ethiopian government's treatment of the Oromo people
• To celebrate his victory
• To promote the Olympics

How can the Olympics serve as a platform for athletes?

• To showcase their athletic skills only
• To make statements about social, political, and economic issues
• To earn money
• To travel the world

What are some criticisms related to hosting the Olympics?

• The games are too short
• The high costs and displacement of local communities
• The athletes are not skilled enough
• The games are not popular

Why did some people protest before the 2016 Rio Olympics?

• Because the games were too expensive for athletes
• Because money was spent on the games instead of public services
• Because the games were held in winter
• Because the athletes were not from Brazil

What does the gesture of crossing arms above the head symbolize in the context of Feyisa Lilesa's protest?

• Victory
• Surrender
• Protest
• Celebration

What is a potential positive outcome of protests at the Olympics?

• They can lead to more expensive games
• They can draw attention to important issues
• They can make the games less popular
• They can cause more protests

Which group was Feyisa Lilesa representing with his protest?

• The Brazilian people
• The Olympic Committee
• The Oromo people
• The Ethiopian government

What is one reason people might criticize the Olympics?

• They are held too frequently
• They cause environmental damage
• They are not competitive enough
• They are too short

What gesture did Ethiopian marathon runner Feyisa Lilesa use to protest at the 2016 Rio Olympics?

• Raising a fist
• Kneeling during the anthem
• Crossing his arms above his head
• Wearing a black armband

Which ethnic group was Feyisa Lilesa protesting for?

• Amhara
• Tigray
• Oromo
• Sidama