Colombia agrees to accept migrant flights after Trump threatens tariffs

Colombia agrees to accept migrant flights after Trump threatens tariffs

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The transcript covers a standoff between Colombia and the US, where Colombian President Gustavo Pedro initially blocked repatriation flights of Colombian migrants from the US. He made strong statements against President Trump, accusing him of threatening migrants. In response, Trump threatened economic sanctions, tariffs, and visa restrictions against Colombia.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial action taken by Colombian President Gustavo Pedro regarding the repatriation flights?

He blocked the flights initially.

He ignored the flights.

He requested more flights.

He accepted the flights immediately.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did President Pedro express his discontent with President Trump?

Through a formal diplomatic letter.

By visiting the US.

By holding a press conference.

Via a series of statements on social media.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What accusation did President Pedro make against Trump in his statements?

That Trump was a white flavor.

That Trump was a peacekeeper.

That Trump was a humanitarian.

That Trump was a diplomat.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What economic measure did President Trump threaten against Colombia?

Providing tax benefits.

Increasing aid to Colombia.

Massive tariffs on Colombian goods.

Opening more trade routes.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What visa-related action did Trump threaten to take against Colombian officials?

Granting more visas.

Revoking visas of Colombian officials.

Issuing new visas.

Extending visa durations.