Protests
What were the main demands of students during the dictatorship?
The main demands were democracy, social justice, and free student transportation.
What actions did the dictatorship take against schools and universities?
The dictatorship militarized universities, persecuted teachers and students, and banned politics.
Why is the Night of the Pencils considered a symbol of student repression?
The Night of the Pencils is a symbol because students were kidnapped and tortured for asking for free transportation.
How did the dictatorship change the way universities and education worked?
Universities lost autonomy, debates were silenced, and academic freedom was destroyed.
How did students protest even though it was dangerous?
They protested with secret groups, pamphlets, hidden meetings, and even art and music.
What risks did young people face for participating in protests?
Young people were arrested, tortured, expelled, or disappeared just for protesting.
How do the survivors’ stories contribute to keeping the memory alive?
Survivors’ testimonies show the violence of that time and help us remember what happened.
Why is student resistance during that period important for democracy today?
Their resistance is important because it defended rights and contributed to today’s democracy.