VOICED : Protesta en Kiev acaba con gas lacrimogen

In Kiev, Ukrainian police clashed with 200,000 protesters defying new anti-protest laws. The protests began in November after President Yanukóvich rejected an EU agreement in favor of closer ties with Russia. Protesters mocked the laws by wearing kitchenware on their heads. Western countries and NGOs criticized the laws, calling them dictatorial.

What was the main reason for the large gathering of protesters in Kiev?

• To attend a music festival

• To oppose new anti-protest laws

• To support the government's new policies

• To celebrate a national holiday

What action did some protesters take in an attempt to reach the parliament?

• They started a hunger strike

• They held a press conference

• They organized a peaceful march

• They attempted to break through police barriers

What significant decision did President Yanukóvich make that sparked the protests?

• He rejected an EU association agreement

• He increased taxes on imports

• He declared a state of emergency

• He signed a trade agreement with the EU

How did protesters mock the new laws against wearing masks or helmets?

• By carrying flags

• By painting their faces

• By wearing kitchenware on their heads

• By wearing traditional costumes

How did Western countries and NGOs react to the new laws in Ukraine?

• They supported the laws

• They criticized the laws as dictatorial

• They remained neutral

• They offered financial aid