VOICED : Gobierno de Hong Kong sin concesiones

The Hong Kong government's annual speech was delayed due to protests by legislators demanding universal suffrage. Protesters used yellow umbrellas as symbols of their pro-democracy movement. The leader, Leung Chung-ing, denied any possibility of resignation or electoral reform, emphasizing that Hong Kong's power originates from Beijing and its autonomy is not absolute.

What symbol did the legislators use to interrupt the Chief Executive's speech?

• Blue ribbons

• White banners

• Yellow umbrellas

• Red flags

What was one of the main demands of the protesters?

• Increased trade with Britain

• More economic reforms

• More autonomy from Beijing

• True universal suffrage

What did the protesters want from the Chief Executive?

• To implement new trade policies

• To resign from his position

• To negotiate with Britain

• To increase public spending

What was Leung Chung-ing's stance on electoral reform?

• He denied the possibility of reform

• He remained neutral

• He proposed a gradual reform

• He supported immediate reform

According to Leung Chung-ing, where does Hong Kong's power originate?

• From the British authorities

• From the central authorities in Beijing

• From the people of Hong Kong

• From the local government