Protests
Definition
Protests are public demonstrations or expressions of objection or disapproval towards a particular issue or policy. They often involve large groups of people gathering together to voice their concerns and demand change.
Analogy
Imagine you're at a school cafeteria where students are protesting against unhealthy food options. They hold signs, chant slogans, and make their dissatisfaction known to the school administration. Similarly, protests in history involve people coming together to express their discontent with certain policies or actions.
Related terms
Civil Disobedience: The deliberate refusal to obey certain laws as a nonviolent form of protest.
Marches: Organized processions where people walk together in solidarity for a common cause.
Sit-ins: Protests where participants occupy an area (usually indoors) to bring attention to an issue.
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