Woman makes emotional plea to send more planes to Afghanistan as her mother remains stuck in Kabul

Woman makes emotional plea to send more planes to Afghanistan as her mother remains stuck in Kabul

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The transcript describes a personal and urgent situation where the speaker's mother, who has multiple medical conditions, is stranded in Afghanistan due to a lack of airport services and support. The speaker appeals to British and international forces for assistance, highlighting the broader issue of many civilians, including women and children, being neglected and at risk. The emotional plea underscores the urgency and desperation of the situation, calling for immediate action to evacuate those stranded.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are the main health issues faced by the speaker's mother that prevent her from traveling alone?

She has a broken leg and needs crutches.

She is diabetic, has high cholesterol, and is a stroke patient.

She has a severe allergy and needs constant medication.

She is visually impaired and needs a guide.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the speaker's mother unable to board a plane at the airport?

There are no wheelchair services, and she cannot use stairs or escalators.

The airport is closed due to weather conditions.

There are no available flights to her destination.

She lost her passport and cannot travel.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's main criticism of the British Embassy's actions?

They are not providing enough food and water.

They are only prioritizing British nationals with government jobs.

They are not allowing any flights to leave Afghanistan.

They are charging high fees for evacuation.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's emotional appeal focused on?

The necessity of providing educational resources to Afghan children.

The need for more financial aid to Afghanistan.

The urgency to send more planes to evacuate stranded civilians.

The importance of building new airports in Afghanistan.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the speaker's concern regarding the Taliban's presence at airports?

They will negotiate with foreign governments for safe passage.

They will pose a threat to stranded civilians, especially women and children.

They will provide free transportation for civilians.

They will help organize evacuation flights.