3 Americans held for years in China have been released, the White House says

3 Americans held for years in China have been released, the White House says

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The White House announced the release of Mark Sweden, Kylie, and John Leung from China in a prisoner swap with Beijing. President Biden met with Chinese President Xi Jinping at the APEC summit in Peru to advocate for their release. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer praised Biden's efforts, highlighting his personal engagement with Xi. The White House noted that Biden has secured the release of over 70 Americans unjustly detained worldwide, including in countries like Afghanistan, Iran, Russia, and Venezuela.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the main reason for the release of Mark Sweden, Kylie, and John Leung from China?

A military intervention by the US

A trade deal between the US and China

A diplomatic agreement between the US and China

A humanitarian mission by the UN

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Where did President Biden meet with Chinese President Xi Jinping to discuss the release of the Americans?

At the White House

During the G7 summit

At the United Nations headquarters

On the sidelines of the APEC summit in Peru

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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Who praised President Biden for his efforts in the prisoner swap?

The Speaker of the House

The Secretary of State

Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer

The Vice President

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What did Chuck Schumer highlight about President Biden's role in the prisoner swap?

His military strategies

His personal engagement with President Xi

His trade negotiations

His financial contributions

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How many Americans has President Biden helped bring home from unjust detention around the world?

Over 60

Over 50

Over 70

Over 80