CLEAN : Al Jazeera spokesperson reacts to the Egyptian court decision

CLEAN : Al Jazeera spokesperson reacts to the Egyptian court decision

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Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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Peter and Mohammed, journalists unjustly convicted by an Egyptian court, have been in jail for a year. The Court of Cassation has ordered a retrial, sparking global anger. The Egyptian authorities face a choice: follow a lengthy process or expedite the retrial to release the journalists quickly.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What were Peter and Mohammed doing when they were unjustly convicted?

They were on vacation.

They were involved in a protest.

They were attending a conference.

They were working as journalists.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the Court of Cassation in Egypt decided regarding Peter and Mohammed?

To release them immediately.

To uphold their conviction.

To deport them.

To grant them a retrial.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is there a global demand for a swift retrial process?

To prevent further protests.

To avoid media attention.

To comply with international law.

To ensure justice is served quickly.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one option available to the Egyptian authorities regarding the retrial process?

To delay the process indefinitely.

To expedite the retrial.

To transfer the case to another country.

To ignore the court's decision.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What could be the consequence of following the normal retrial process?

The case could be dismissed.

The retrial could take 12 to 18 months.

The journalists could be released immediately.

The journalists could be transferred to another prison.