HK Protesters Show Defiance on Chinas National Day

The transcript discusses the ongoing protests in Hong Kong during a public holiday, highlighting the festive atmosphere and the increasing number of participants. Student leaders are planning to escalate the protests if the chief executive does not resign, with potential actions including surrounding his residence and occupying government buildings. The main goal is to challenge Beijing's control over candidate selection for the 2017 elections. The protests are led by young leaders, and the police have been less visible since using tear gas. There is speculation about Beijing's involvement in police actions.

What action did the student leaders plan if the chief executive did not resign?

• Organize a music festival

• Surround the chief executive's residence

• Cancel the protests

• Hold a press conference

What is the main goal of the student leaders regarding the elections?

• To postpone the elections

• To have Beijing select the candidates

• To have free elections without candidate vetting

• To have elections every year

How do the current student leaders differ from past protest leaders?

• They are older and more experienced

• They are more focused on economic issues

• They are from different countries

• They are younger and less experienced

What was the police's response after the tear gas incident?

• Increased their presence significantly

• Became almost invisible

• Started negotiations with protestors

• Left the city entirely

What is suspected about Beijing's involvement in the police's actions?

• Beijing was unaware of the protests

• The actions were discussed with Beijing

• Beijing was directly controlling the police

• Beijing had no knowledge of the actions