CLEAN : Londoners rush to pubs and restaurants as lockdown restrictions ease

The transcript reflects on the experience of social interactions post-lockdown, highlighting the joy of meeting people again and the surreal feeling of returning to normalcy. It discusses the shock of seeing crowds and the uncertainty of how long this normalcy will last. The speaker expresses excitement about being able to go inside venues and enjoy the atmosphere, despite still feeling the effects of the pandemic. Overall, it captures the mixed emotions of adapting to a new normal and the anticipation of fully returning to pre-pandemic life.

What does the speaker find surreal about meeting people again?

• The number of people wearing masks

• The feeling of deja vu

• The lack of social distancing

• The absence of familiar faces

How does the speaker feel about the return to normalcy?

• Unhappy with the situation

• Indifferent to the changes

• Confident it will last

• Skeptical about its duration

What does the speaker notice about the streets after the lockdown?

• They are empty and quiet

• There are many people and queues

• They are cleaner than before

• There are more street performers

What aspect of returning to normal is the speaker most excited about?

• Going inside venues

• Traveling to new places

• Shopping without restrictions

• Attending large gatherings

What is the speaker still feeling while being outside?

• The warmth of the sun

• The noise of traffic

• The excitement of the crowd

• The cold weather