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Why did Ahmed's family encourage him to stay in Belgium?
Why did Ahmed's family encourage him to stay in Belgium?
- They wanted him to live with his uncle Ibrahim.
- Belgium was more welcoming to Syrians than Iraqis. (correct)
- They believed he would receive a better education in Belgium.
- They had no other options for him at the time.
Where did Ahmed hope to settle initially?
Where did Ahmed hope to settle initially?
- Belgium or France
- Syria or Iraq
- England or Canada (correct)
- Greece or Hungary
What was Ahmed's primary concern about staying in Belgium?
What was Ahmed's primary concern about staying in Belgium?
- The reception centers
- The language barrier (correct)
- Being separated from his family
- His forged passport
What were Ahmed's previous experiences in reception centers like?
What were Ahmed's previous experiences in reception centers like?
Why was Ahmed concerned about his passport?
Why was Ahmed concerned about his passport?
What specific aspect of his age worried Ahmed?
What specific aspect of his age worried Ahmed?
Who is Ibrahim to Ahmed?
Who is Ibrahim to Ahmed?
Flashcards
Ahmed's Background
Ahmed's Background
Ahmed is a Syrian orphan travelling to Belgium with family.
Uncle Ibrahim
Uncle Ibrahim
Ahmed's uncle who advised him on his outcome in Belgium.
Reception Center
Reception Center
A facility for unaccompanied minors like Ahmed in Belgium.
Previous Centers
Previous Centers
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Expired Food
Expired Food
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Foraged Passport
Foraged Passport
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Age Concern
Age Concern
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Study Notes
Ahmed's Journey
- Ahmed, an orphan, travelled from Syria to Belgium hoping to join his family
- He and others faced dangerous journeys, with some separated from their families
- Ibrahim, Ahmed's relative, was trying to help
- Ahmed initially thought he'd stay with Ibrahim in Belgium until he finished high school
- Ahmed was worried Ibrahim and his family wouldn't be allowed to stay in Belgium
Concerns and Fears
- Ahmed had little knowledge of or desire to live in Belgium
- He hoped to go to England or Canada where his father felt they could speak English
- An asylum process would be complicated and difficult
- His family would face obstacles, with only a forged passport as proof
- His passport was forged in Turkey due to an earlier incident
- He felt his age would be a concern to authorities and people alike
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