Opposition protests in Moscow against 'corrupt' March 2018 elections

Opposition protests in Moscow against 'corrupt' March 2018 elections

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The transcript describes a protest in Russia against President Putin, highlighting the discontent among Russian youth and citizens like Olga, a retired teacher. Protesters express their desire for change, freedom, and Western development. The movement faces challenges due to the arrest of leaders, including organizer Navalny, who was detained by police. Despite these setbacks, protests continue across Russia, opposing Putin's candidacy in the upcoming elections, which are seen as a sham due to government-vetted candidates.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for the discontent among Russian citizens as described in the first section?

Lack of educational opportunities

Support for President Putin

Desire for Western-style development

Economic prosperity

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What challenge do the protest leaders face according to the second section?

Financial constraints

Lack of public support

Arrests and suppression by authorities

Internal disagreements

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What tactic did the authorities use against the protest organizer's TV studios?

Financial audit

Pretext of a bomb scare

Media blackout

Public debate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the public's response to Putin's re-election campaign as mentioned in the final section?

Increased voter turnout

Widespread support

Organizing a boycott

Indifference

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What do the organizers hope to achieve with the election boycott?

Increase voter turnout

Promote economic reforms

Highlight the election as a sham

Support Putin's re-election