First Flight Of Afghan Evacuees Lands In U.S.

First Flight Of Afghan Evacuees Lands In U.S.

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Afghan Special Immigrant Visa (SIV) holders have arrived in the US, escaping the Taliban's advance. They are temporarily housed at Fort Lee, Virginia, to complete visa processing. Despite extensive background checks, many Afghans remain in the visa pipeline. Operation Allies Refuge aims to expedite their relocation, but challenges persist. Local communities express mixed reactions to the arrivals. The US government has passed a bipartisan bill to allocate $1 billion for Afghan resettlement, marking a significant milestone in supporting those who aided US forces.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary purpose of the Afghan SIV holders' arrival at Fort Lee, Virginia?

To undergo military training

To complete their special immigrant visa applications

To reunite with family members

To start new businesses

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30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main challenge faced by Afghan SIV applicants as mentioned in the second section?

Language barriers

Difficulty in finding employment

Long wait times for visa processing

Lack of housing in the U.S.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What operation is mentioned as part of the efforts to relocate Afghan SIV applicants?

Operation Enduring Freedom

Operation Safe Haven

Operation Allies Refuge

Operation Freedom

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What concern do some locals in Virginia have about the arrival of Afghan SIV holders?

The impact on local schools

The availability of healthcare services

The increase in traffic

The safety and security of the community

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant action did President Biden take regarding Afghan relocation?

He visited Fort Lee to welcome the arrivals

He signed a bipartisan bill to provide $1 billion for relocation

He held a press conference to address the nation

He announced a new military operation in Afghanistan