Extinction Rebellion Protest in West End traffic

The video covers a protest in London where demonstrators blocked highways to demand action on climate change. The protest, which was peaceful, aimed to highlight the need for social change, drawing parallels with historical movements. Protesters used tactics like blocking roads to cause disruption, prompting police engagement. The demonstrators have three main demands: truth on climate change, zero carbon emissions in six years, and a citizens assembly. The protest has significantly impacted public transport, with concerns it may extend to the tube network.

What was the main reason for the protest at Waterloo Bridge?

• To promote a new government policy

• To support a local festival

• To cause disruption and draw attention to their cause

• To celebrate a historical event

Which historical movements were mentioned as examples of social change?

• The American Civil War and the Renaissance

• The French Revolution and the Industrial Revolution

• The Civil Rights Movement and Indian Independence

• The Space Race and the Cold War

What tactic did protestors use to block the roads?

• Setting up tents

• Holding a sit-in

• Using vehicles and tying themselves underneath

• Building barricades

What are the three demands of the protestors?

• More public holidays, free public transport, and reduced taxes

• Truth on climate change, zero carbon emissions in six years, and a citizens assembly

• Increased wages, better healthcare, and improved education

• More green spaces, cleaner streets, and better public services

What concern did the police have regarding the protest's impact on public transport?

• It could cause delays in train schedules

• It might spread to the tube train network

• It could result in overcrowded buses

• It might lead to increased ticket prices