CLEAN : Banned from school, "idle" Afghan girls married off

The transcript discusses the impact of the Taliban's policies on girls' education, highlighting a personal story of a girl who had to abandon her dreams of becoming a doctor due to school closures and societal pressures to marry. It also reflects on parental concerns and the desire for daughters to complete their education despite the challenges posed by the Taliban.

What was the speaker's initial dream before the school closures?

• To become a lawyer

• To become an engineer

• To become a doctor

• To become a teacher

What did the speaker have to do instead of studying?

• Start a business

• Travel abroad

• Perform household chores

• Join the military

What was the speaker's reaction to the Taliban's decision on girls' education?

• They ignored it

• They decided to protest

• They accepted it reluctantly

• They were hopeful for change

What was the speaker's intention for their daughter before the Taliban's policies?

• To get her married early

• To send her abroad

• To start a business with her

• To ensure she finishes university

What societal pressure did the speaker mention regarding girls?

• Pressure to travel

• Pressure to marry

• Pressure to work

• Pressure to study

How did the speaker feel about the cultural challenges faced?

• Excited

• Regretful

• Indifferent

• Proud

What was the speaker's view on the future of girls' education under the Taliban?

• Uncertain

• Unconcerned

• Pessimistic

• Optimistic