VOICED: Pomp and circumstance for Baghdad students

Students at a Baghdad university celebrate their graduation, a tradition that was halted due to conflict. Despite the joy of completing their studies amidst violence, graduates face a tough job market with high unemployment and economic challenges. The celebration is bittersweet as they prepare to face real-life difficulties, with many young people struggling to find work.

What event are the students at Baghdad University celebrating?

• A national holiday

• A cultural festival

• Graduation

• A sports victory

What major challenge did students face while completing their degrees?

• High tuition fees

• Daily threat of violence

• Lack of educational resources

• Language barriers

What is the current unemployment rate mentioned in the transcript?

• 10%

• 18%

• 25%

• 30%

According to a UN report, what percentage of young people aged 15 to 29 are out of work?

• Well over half

• Almost all

• Exactly half

• Less than half

What is the mood of the students despite the high unemployment rate?

• Despair

• Indifference

• Optimism

• Enjoyment of the moment