American reporter Evan Gershkovich marks one year in Russian jail

American reporter Evan Gershkovich marks one year in Russian jail

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Journalism

9th - 10th Grade

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Evan Gershkovich, a Wall Street Journal reporter, was arrested in Russia in March 2023. His case has drawn significant attention, with efforts led by Paul Beckett to secure his release. Gershkovich has appeared in court multiple times, with his detention extended. The US ambassador to Russia criticized the case as politically motivated. Efforts to free him and another American, Paul Whalen, have included complex prisoner exchange negotiations. Despite setbacks, there is hope for a resolution. Colleagues and supporters continue to raise awareness and advocate for his release, emphasizing the importance of his work and the need for his return.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Who is primarily responsible for coordinating efforts to bring Evan Gershkovich home?

The Pentagon

The National Security Council

Paul Beckett

The US Ambassador to Russia

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main reason for Evan Gershkovich's detention according to the US ambassador?

Lack of evidence

Espionage charges

Political leverage

Violation of Russian law

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which other American is mentioned as being wrongfully detained in Russia?

Alexei Navalny

Paul Whalen

Vadim Krasikov

Maya Rodriguez

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event marked one year of Evan Gershkovich's detention?

A press conference by The Wall Street Journal

A protest in Moscow

A 24-hour read-a-thon of his stories

A government negotiation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the world missed due to Evan Gershkovich's detention?

A new book release

A major political scandal

A breakthrough in US-Russia relations

A significant amount of reporting on Russia