King George II of Greece visits the Red Cross in Washington, DC

The transcript describes the severe sufferings of the people, with reports from the homeland indicating a dire situation. In the Athens district alone, the daily death rate has risen to several hundreds, highlighting the gravity of the crisis.

What does the speaker find challenging to convey?

• The economic growth of the region

• The history of Athens

• The current sufferings of the people

• The beauty of the homeland

What do the reports from the homeland suggest?

• A decline in educational standards

• An increase in daily deaths

• A decrease in population

• A rise in employment rates

Which area is specifically mentioned in the reports?

• Sparta

• Corinth

• Athens

• Thebes

How many deaths are reported daily in the Athens district?

• Dozens

• Hundreds

• Thousands

• Tens

What is the main focus of the reports reaching the speaker?

• Political changes

• Daily death rates

• Cultural events

• Economic growth