VOICED: Thai protesters end standoff with troops

The transcript discusses the end of Thai anti-government protests, highlighting the military's forceful response and the Red Shirts' belief in the government's illegitimacy. It covers the arrest of protest leaders and the ongoing political tensions, emphasizing the need for deep-seated changes to address the grievances of Thailand's poor. Despite the end of street fighting, the underlying political crisis remains unresolved.

What was the main reason for the end of the protests at the Prime Minister's office?

• The Prime Minister resigned.

• The protesters ran out of resources.

• The protesters achieved their goals.

• The military's overwhelming firepower.

Who do the Red Shirts believe supports the current government?

• The United Nations

• The European Union

• The Red Cross

• The military

Who is the former Prime Minister that the Red Shirts support?

• Prayuth Chan-o-cha

• Abhisit Vejjajiva

• Thaksin Shinawatra

• Yingluck Shinawatra

What happened to the protest leaders after the demonstrations?

• They were given awards for bravery.

• They fled the country.

• They were elected to government positions.

• They were arrested and charged with inciting unrest.

What is necessary for the violence to end according to the transcript?

• A peace treaty

• International intervention

• Deep-seated changes

• A new election