White House: President Biden Has Read Griner Letter Pleading For Help

White House: President Biden Has Read Griner Letter Pleading For Help

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The video discusses a rally supporting Britney Griner, a WNBA star detained in Russia for carrying cannabis oil. Griner faces up to 10 years in prison, and U.S. officials claim she is wrongfully detained. Griner has written to President Biden, urging him not to forget her. The U.S. government prioritizes bringing detained nationals home safely. Griner's supporters suggest a prisoner swap with Russia, highlighting the low acquittal rate in Russian courts.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main purpose of the rally mentioned in the video?

To urge the government to bring Britney Griner home

To celebrate Britney Griner's achievements

To protest against the WNBA

To support the legalization of cannabis

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30 sec • 1 pt

What did Britney Griner do to appeal for help from the U.S. government?

She held a press conference

She wrote a letter to President Biden

She contacted the U.S. embassy in Russia

She started a social media campaign

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the U.S. President's stance on U.S. nationals detained abroad?

They should be ignored

They should be given financial support

They should be brought back safely using all possible tools

They should be left to handle their own situations

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the acquittal rate for defendants in Russian criminal cases?

Around 25%

More than 10%

About 50%

Less than 1%

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What solution have Griner's supporters suggested to bring her back home?

A legal appeal in Russian courts

A public protest

A prisoner swap with Russia

A diplomatic negotiation