Chain Gang Task
Chain Gang
Human chains are a form of protest in which demonstrators link their arms in a show of solidarity.
Not surprisingly, the organisers usually report higher numbers than do the authorities.
Below are some notable chains and the numbers claimed.
Check each of the claims - do you believe them?
Say why or why not !
| Year | Event | Location | Attendance Claims | Size |
| 1997 | XII World Youth Day, 1997 | Paris | 400,000 | A 36 km ring surrounding Paris |
| 2004 | 228 Hand-in-Hand Rally | Taiwan: from Keelung to Eluanbi |
Just over 1,000,000 according to authorities over 2,000,000 according to organisers |
500 kilometres (300 miles) |
| 2004 | Israeli Chain |
Israel Gush Katif to the Western Wall, Jerusalem |
130,000 (according to police) 200,000 (according to organizers) |
90 kilometres |
| 2004 | Bangladesh | Teknaf to Tentulia | Over 5,000,000 |
1,050km (650 miles) |
