VOICED: Aplazan proceso de Pussy Riot

The trial of the Russian music group Pussy Riot was postponed to October 10. During the hearing, a member, Ekaterina Samolshevich, announced she had severed ties with her lawyer due to differing views. The group's lawyers had little hope for their release, aiming instead for a reduced sentence. In a Polish tabloid interview, the members expressed low expectations for their appeal. Authorities have been pressuring the group, threatening their families and lawyers. The group was sentenced to two years in prison for vandalism and inciting religious hatred after performing a punk prayer against Putin in Moscow.

What was the initial outcome of the trial scheduled for the Pussy Riot group?

• The trial was concluded with a verdict.

• The trial was canceled indefinitely.

• The trial was postponed to a later date.

• The trial was moved to a different location.

What was the defense team's expectation regarding the release of the Pussy Riot members?

• They were confident of an acquittal.

• They expected a full pardon.

• They had little hope for release.

• They anticipated a retrial.

How did the authorities attempt to pressure the Pussy Riot members and their legal team?

• By offering them bribes.

• By supporting their legal defense.

• By providing them with new evidence.

• By threatening their families.

What were the charges against the Pussy Riot members?

• Fraud and embezzlement.

• Vandalism and inciting religious hatred.

• Assault and battery.

• Theft and burglary.

What was the nature of the Pussy Riot's protest performance?

• A hunger strike.

• A sit-in demonstration.

• A punk prayer against Putin.

• A silent march.