CLEAN: Tears in British town as Afghanistan dead come home

The transcript discusses the disconnect between politicians and the public, highlighting how politicians are often unresponsive to public concerns. It then shifts to the profound silence experienced during battles, noting how even birds stop calling. Finally, it touches on the anxiety of young people potentially facing military service, emphasizing the impact on families and the youth themselves.

What is the main issue with politicians as mentioned in the first section?

• They are too busy.

• They are too young.

• They are stone deaf to public concerns.

• They are corrupt.

What happens when the battle starts, according to the second section?

• The noise becomes unbearable.

• People start cheering.

• The silence becomes very profound.

• The birds start singing.

What does the speaker's wife notice during the silence?

• The birds stop calling.

• The sun sets.

• The children start playing.

• The wind becomes stronger.

What is the speaker's concern about their children in the third section?

• They might not get a good education.

• They could face joining military service.

• They could become politicians.

• They might move to another country.

What is implied about the young boys mentioned in the third section?

• They are eager to work.

• They are very mature.

• They are not interested in politics.

• They are just boys themselves.