Monika Bulaj: The hidden light of Afghanistan

The speaker recounts a journey that began in Poland and spanned 20 years, traveling through Eastern Europe, Central Asia, and finally to Afghanistan. Along the way, they encountered humble people and shared in their lives. In Afghanistan, the speaker discovered the hidden light, or 'noor', and witnessed the struggles of the Afghan people, including issues like opium addiction and the challenges faced by women and girls in education. The speaker aims to give a voice to these silent people and reveal the hidden stories ignored by the media.

What was the narrator's primary mode of travel during their journey from Eastern Europe to Central Asia?

• By train

• By bicycle

• By walking and hitchhiking

• By airplane

What did the Afghan soldier offer the narrator when they crossed the Oxus River?

• A place to stay

• A meal

• A cup of tea

• A ride to the city

What spiritual group did the narrator encounter in Afghanistan that is disliked by the Taliban?

• Zoroastrians

• Hindus

• Sufi Muslims

• Buddhists

What is the only medicine available in some Afghan villages to alleviate pain and hunger?

• Paracetamol

• Opium

• Aspirin

• Herbal remedies

What significant challenge do Afghan girls face in their pursuit of education?

• Lack of teachers

• Threats from the Taliban

• Language barriers

• No school buildings