CLEAN : 'Hotel Rwanda' hero files $400 million lawsuit against Kigali

CLEAN : 'Hotel Rwanda' hero files $400 million lawsuit against Kigali

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10th Grade - University

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The transcript details a lawsuit against the Rwandan government for kidnapping Paul Rusesabagina on American soil. It describes how Paul was lured from his home under false pretenses and the subsequent efforts by his family to secure his release. Legal actions have been taken in various international courts, and the UN has declared his detention illegal. The case highlights the need for a strong stance against foreign kidnappings on US soil.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial deception used to lure Paul Rusesabagina from his home?

A meeting with a church bishop

A family emergency

An invitation to a political event

A promise of a business deal

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the case of Paul Rusesabagina significant in terms of international law?

It involved a high-profile political figure.

It was the first case of a foreign nation kidnapping on American soil.

It was the first case of its kind in Texas.

It was the first case involving the United Nations.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has been the impact of Paul's kidnapping on his family?

They have relocated to another country.

They have suffered and live in constant fear for his life.

They have become activists for international law.

They have received compensation from the government.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization declared Paul's detention as arbitrary and called for his release?

The African Union

The European Court of Human Rights

The International Court of Justice

The United Nations Working Group on Arbitrary Detention

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What legal actions have been taken against the airline involved in Paul's rendition?

A lawsuit in the United States

A complaint to the International Air Transport Association

A petition to the European Union

A case in the Rwandan Supreme Court