Comedians face problems for performing in Saudi Arabia

Several comedians are getting criticism because they will perform at a comedy festival in Saudi Arabia.

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Well-known comedians like Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Pete Davidson will perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia. Many people criticize them for this decision.

Saudi Arabia has problems with human rights - they don't treat women and LGBTQ+ people well, and they don't allow free speech. Critics think the comedians are supporting a bad government by performing there. Saudi Arabia wants to improve its image by hosting international events.

The comedians probably earn a lot of money from these shows. But people ask if this is right when the country has serious human rights problems.

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Question 1 of 30 Correct
Which comedians will perform at the Riyadh Comedy Festival?
Dave Chappelle, Kevin Hart, and Pete Davidson
Chris Rock, Amy Schumer, and Bill Burr
Jerry Seinfeld, Larry David, and Sarah Silverman
Eddie Murphy, Steve Martin, and Robin Williams
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