VOICED: US troop surge in Afghanistan: America reacts

The transcript discusses the announcement of a deployment in early 2010, addressing concerns that Afghanistan might become another Vietnam. It argues against this comparison, suggesting it is based on a misinterpretation of history. The speaker expresses uncertainty about the details but finds it encouraging that a plan exists. However, they doubt the situation in Afghanistan will improve enough by 2011 to allow for a return.

What is the main focus of the deployment plan announced for early 2010?

• To deploy troops at a leisurely pace

• To withdraw troops from Afghanistan

• To increase military presence in Vietnam

• To deploy troops in Afghanistan as quickly as possible

How does the speaker view the comparison between Afghanistan and Vietnam?

• As a reason to withdraw immediately

• As an encouragement for more troops

• As a misunderstanding of historical events

• As a valid historical comparison

What is the speaker's opinion on the argument that Afghanistan cannot be stabilized?

• The speaker thinks it is irrelevant

• The speaker is unsure about the argument

• The speaker believes it is based on a false historical reading

• The speaker agrees with the argument

What is the speaker's perspective on the situation in Afghanistan by 2011?

• Optimistic about improvement

• Certain of a successful outcome

• Skeptical about any significant progress

• Unconcerned about the situation

Despite the challenges, what does the speaker find encouraging?

• The lack of a strategy

• The comparison to Vietnam

• The withdrawal of troops

• The presence of a plan