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 are Elizabeth's reasons for protesting against the World Cup?

How does Elizabeth feel about the money spent on the World Cup?

What is the Black Bloc movement and what are its goals?

What incident led Elizabeth to join the Black Bloc?

What challenges does the Black Bloc face in gaining public support?