THE PETROV STORY

The transcript describes a dramatic event at an airport involving Mrs. Petrov, the wife of a Russian diplomat seeking asylum in Australia. As she arrives, a crowd of immigrants from communist countries reacts vocally to her apparent forced boarding of a plane. Despite her cries of resistance, she is eventually pushed onto the aircraft. However, Australia ensures she has a choice in Darwin, where she ultimately chooses freedom.

What was the initial reaction of the crowd at the airport when Mrs. Petrov arrived?

• They left the airport.

• They cheered for her.

• They remained silent.

• They shouted at the couriers.

What did eyewitnesses claim Mrs. Petrov said during the confrontation?

• I want to go.

• I don't want to go.

• Please help me.

• I am happy to leave.

What action did the crowd take to try and stop Mrs. Petrov from boarding the plane?

• They pulled the gangway from the aircraft.

• They blocked the runway.

• They called the police.

• They negotiated with the couriers.

What was the final decision made by Mrs. Petrov in Darwin?

• She was undecided.

• She was forced to leave.

• She chose to stay in Australia.

• She chose to return to Russia.

How did Australia ensure Mrs. Petrov's freedom of choice?

• By providing her with a lawyer.

• By keeping her in custody.

• By allowing her to choose at Darwin.

• By sending her back to Russia.