VOICED: Uighur, ex-Guantanamo detainee, finds home in Albania

VOICED: Uighur, ex-Guantanamo detainee, finds home in Albania

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Abu Bakr Kazeem, a Uighur from China's Xinjiang region, was detained at Guantanamo Bay for five years before being granted asylum in Albania in 2006. Despite initial suspicion, he has built a new life in Tirana, where his faith and community acceptance have helped him thrive. Abu remains hopeful for a reunion with his family, encouraged by President Obama's decision to close Guantanamo, and has reached out to the US government for assistance in regaining his former life.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role did Abu Bakr Kazeem's faith play in his new life in Albania?

It caused him to change his religion.

It led to his arrest in Albania.

It helped him gain respect and acceptance.

It made it difficult for him to integrate.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does Abu Bakr Kazeem believe he would not be welcomed back in China?

Due to his business in Albania.

Because he is not a Chinese citizen.

Because of his criminal record.

Due to Uighur separatist aspirations.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction of the Albanians towards Abu and his fellow Uighurs?

They were welcomed with open arms.

They were ignored by the local community.

They were seen as potential business partners.

They were viewed with suspicion as terrorists.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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How does Abu Bakr Kazeem maintain contact with his family?

By writing letters.

Through social media.

Through regular visits.

Via phone calls.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action has Abu taken in hopes of reuniting with his family?

He has contacted the Chinese government directly.

He has moved back to China.

He has written to the US President.

He has started a new business.