Refugee_Flashcard 1

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What is a refugee?

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A refugee is a person who has been forced to leave their country in order to escape war, persecution, or natural disaster.

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What is the significance of the 'Wet Foot, Dry Foot' policy?

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The 'Wet Foot, Dry Foot' policy was a U.S. immigration policy that allowed Cuban refugees who reached U.S. soil to stay, while those intercepted at sea were returned to Cuba.

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Who is Bashar al-Assad?

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Bashar al-Assad is the president of Syria, known for his controversial leadership during the Syrian civil war.

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What does it mean to seek asylum?

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To seek asylum means to apply for protection in another country due to fear of persecution in one's home country.

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What are common reasons people become refugees?

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Common reasons include war, persecution based on race, religion, nationality, political opinion, or membership in a particular social group.

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What is the role of the United Nations High Commissioner for Refugees (UNHCR)?

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The UNHCR is an agency that protects and supports refugees, helping them find safety and solutions to their plight.

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What is the difference between a refugee and an immigrant?

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A refugee is someone who flees their country due to danger, while an immigrant chooses to move to another country for various reasons, such as work or family.

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What challenges do refugees face when resettling in a new country?

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Refugees often face challenges such as language barriers, cultural differences, legal hurdles, and finding employment.

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What is the importance of international law in protecting refugees?

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International law provides a framework for the rights of refugees and the obligations of countries to protect them.

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What does the term 'displacement' refer to?

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Displacement refers to the forced movement of people from their home or country, often due to conflict or disaster.