Athens Street Scenes

The transcript describes a scene in Athens where citizens are enjoying a hot June day despite the looming economic crisis. The Athenians are not overly concerned, even though they have faced similar situations without success six weeks prior. The pressure is now greater, and the conditions are loud, possibly due to ongoing campaigns or economic discussions.

What were the Athenians hopeful about during the hot June day?

What can be inferred about the mood of the Athenians based on the text?

What process did they go through six weeks ago?

Why is the pressure greater this time compared to six weeks ago?

What does the phrase 'Loud conditions, a campaign prop' imply about the current situation?