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    Which of these methods was not used to protest?

    • Civil disobedience 
    • Barricades 
    • Blocking traffic 
    • Murder 
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The Yellow Vest Riots is one of the most shocking mass protests in history. This protest was started by French nationals to show their unhappiness to the unfavorable economic state they found themselves. Additionally, the majority of protesters in the riot were observed to be in a yellow uniform to better stress their grievances. Do you know about this movement? Then Take the Quiz!

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  • 2. 
    When did the demonstrations start? - ProProfs

    When did the demonstrations start?

    • 17 Decemeber 2018

    • 12 May 2018

    • 12 January 2018

    • 3 January 2018

    Correct Answer
    A. 17 Decemeber 2018
    Explanation
    The demonstrations started on 17 December 2018.

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  • 3. 
    Which of these is not part of what sparked the riot? - ProProfs

    Which of these is not part of what sparked the riot?

    • Insecurity 

    • High taxes 

    • High cost of living 

    • Rising fuel price

    Correct Answer
    A. Insecurity 
    Explanation
    Insecurity is not part of what sparked the riot. The question is asking for the factor that did not contribute to the riot. While high taxes, high cost of living, and rising fuel prices can all contribute to social unrest and dissatisfaction, insecurity refers to a lack of safety or stability and is not directly related to the economic factors mentioned.

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  • 4. 
    Which of these is not one of the protesters' cause? - ProProfs

    Which of these is not one of the protesters' cause?

    • Lower fuel tax 

    • Reintroduction of solidarity tax 

    • Increased government expenditure 

    • Minimum wage increase 

    Correct Answer
    A. Increased government expenditure 
    Explanation
    The protesters' cause includes lower fuel tax, reintroduction of solidarity tax, and minimum wage increase. However, increased government expenditure is not mentioned as one of their causes.

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  • 5. 
    Which of these was a proponent of the protest? - ProProfs

    Which of these was a proponent of the protest?

    • Eric Roigaine 

    • Joe Rosalim 

    • Benson Rotterdam 

    • Étienne Chouard

    Correct Answer
    A. Étienne Chouard
    Explanation
    Étienne Chouard was a proponent of the protest.

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  • 6. 
    How many people were arrested from the protest as of January 2019? - ProProfs

    How many people were arrested from the protest as of January 2019?

    • 2300

    • 1600

    • 5675 

    • 1780

    Correct Answer
    A. 1600
    Explanation
    As of January 2019, a total of 1600 people were arrested from the protest.

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  • 7. 
    When did the last French strike occur? - ProProfs

    When did the last French strike occur?

    • 1998

    • 1995 

    • 2000

    • 2004

    Correct Answer
    A. 1995 
    Explanation
    In 1995, the last French strike occurred.

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  • 8. 
    Which of these is not similar to the movement? - ProProfs

    Which of these is not similar to the movement?

    • Orbanism movement 

    • Occupy movement

    • Five Star movement 

    • Trickade movement 

    Correct Answer
    A. Trickade movement 
    Explanation
    The Trickade movement is not similar to the other movements mentioned because it is not a recognized or well-known movement. It is possible that the Trickade movement is fictional or made up, as it is not commonly known or associated with any specific cause or ideology. The other movements mentioned, such as Orbanism, Occupy, and the Five Star movement, are all real and have gained attention and recognition for their respective causes and actions.

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  • 9. 
    How many civilians was injured in the protest as of 21 November? - ProProfs

    How many civilians was injured in the protest as of 21 November?

    • 585

    • 673

    • 348

    • 541

    Correct Answer
    A. 585
    Explanation
    As of 21 November, a total of 585 civilians were injured in the protest.

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  • 10. 
    When was the ACT II of the protest staged? - ProProfs

    When was the ACT II of the protest staged?

    • 24 November 2018

    • 21 November 2018

    • 28 November 2018

    • 29 November 2018

    Correct Answer
    A. 28 November 2018
    Explanation
    The ACT II of the protest was staged on 28 November 2018.

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