Belarusian Comedian Komissarenko Faces Legal IssuesCEFR A1
22 Aug 2024
Adapted from Daria Dergacheva, Global Voices • CC BY 3.0
Photo by Andrew Keymaster, Unsplash
AI-assisted adaptation of the original article, simplified for language learners.
- Vyacheslav Komissarenko is a comedian from Belarus.
- He often makes fun of President Lukashenka.
- Komissarenko left Belarus because he feared danger.
- He moved to Russia and then to other places.
- He was recently denied a visa in Germany.
- He now has a talent visa for the United States.
Difficult words
- comedian — A person who tells jokes or funny stories.
- danger — The possibility of harm or injury.
- visa — An official document for travel to a country.
- president — The leader of a country.
- Belarus — A country in Eastern Europe.
- Germany — A country in Central Europe.
- talent — Natural ability or skill in a specific area.
Tip: hover, focus or tap highlighted words in the article to see quick definitions while you read or listen.
Discussion questions
- What is your opinion about comedians?
- Why do you think some people leave their countries?
- How important is a visa for traveling?
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