VOICED : Baghdad to Bavaria a refugee families heart rending odyssey

The transcript details the harrowing journey of Iraqi refugees Ahmed and Alia, who fled Baghdad after a bombing incident. They traveled through several countries, including Turkey, Greece, and Serbia, facing numerous challenges and risks. Their goal was to reach Germany or Holland for a better future. Despite the difficulties, including crossing borders with the help of smugglers and dealing with the stress of being fugitives, they finally reached Munich. However, due to the large influx of refugees, they face uncertainty about when they will find a permanent home.

What prompted Ahmed and Alia to leave Baghdad?

• A job opportunity in Europe

• A bombing incident in a restaurant

• Family reunion in Germany

• Educational prospects in Holland

What was one of the main reasons Ahmed and Alia traveled in large groups?

• To save money on travel costs

• For safety during their journey

• To meet new people

• To share resources

What obstacle did the refugees face at the Hungarian border?

• A food shortage

• A barbed wire fence

• A language barrier

• A lack of transportation

What was the main reason Ahmed and Alia wanted to reach Germany or Holland?

• To join a refugee camp

• To find better job opportunities

• To continue their studies

• To escape the cold weather

What happened when Ahmed and Alia reached Munich?

• They were stopped by police

• They were welcomed by family

• They continued to Cologne

• They found a permanent home