CLEAN : Pro Russians cleared from govt building in Ukraines Kharkiv

Late in the evening, information arrived that residents of Donetsk and Luhansk had taken over their local administrations, demanding immediate political action, including a referendum and status determination for Southeast Ukraine. In response, people in Kharkiv held a protest supporting these demands, which led to a spontaneous takeover of their administration. The police did not strongly resist. The event highlighted a lapse in democratic processes, as the police were unprepared. The protest was against the junta in power, and participants later complied with law enforcement to prevent looting, demonstrating their civility.

What was the primary demand of the residents of Donetsk and Luhansk after seizing their local administrations?

• To hold a national election

• To convene their regional councils

• To join the European Union

• To increase local taxes

What was the reaction of the police and militia during the administration takeover in Kharkiv?

• They did not offer significant resistance

• They strongly resisted the protesters

• They called for reinforcements

• They arrested the protest leaders

What was the main reason for the rally in Kharkiv?

• To support the demands of Donetsk and Luhansk protesters

• To celebrate a local festival

• To protest against new tax laws

• To demand better public services

What did the law enforcement request from the protesters after the administration takeover?

• To leave the city

• To prevent looting

• To negotiate with the government

• To hold a press conference

How did the protesters respond to the law enforcement's request?

• They ignored the request

• They became violent

• They descended from the building

• They called for more protests