VOICED : World Cup: Black Blocs make their anger known

Elizabeth, a hospital lab technician from Rio de Janeiro, protests against the World Cup due to the misallocation of funds that could improve public services. She is part of the Black Bloc, an anti-establishment group known for violent protests. Elizabeth hides her identity to avoid police retaliation. The Black Bloc, founded in Germany in the 1980s, gained attention in Brazil for its role in mass rallies. Elizabeth joined after being injured by police, and despite public opposition to the group's violent tactics, she remains committed to the cause, hoping for increased support during the World Cup.

What is Elizabeth's main reason for protesting against the World Cup?

• She believes the funds could improve public services.

• She is a fan of the Black Bloc movement.

• She is against the commercialization of sports.

• She wants to support the local football team.

Where did the Black Bloc movement originate?

• United States

• Brazil

• France

• Germany

What event led Elizabeth to join the Black Bloc?

• She was injured by police during a protest.

• A friend invited her to join.

• She wanted to travel with the group.

• She was inspired by a documentary.

What impact did the Black Bloc have on public transportation costs?

• They increased the cost of bus tickets.

• They had no impact on transportation costs.

• They helped reduce the price of bus tickets.

• They caused a strike among bus drivers.

What incident further tainted the image of the Black Bloc?

• A television cameraman died from a flare thrown by a member.

• A member was elected to public office.

• They received an award for social change.

• They organized a peaceful protest.