WRAP African ldrs arrive for talks on fighting in DRCongo; conference room

The transcript features a brief exchange of greetings and congratulations directed towards Mr. President.

What is the purpose of starting a conversation with a rhetorical question?

• To confuse the listener

• To engage the listener

• To end the conversation

• To provide information

Who is being addressed in the second section of the conversation?

• The Speaker

• The President

• The Vice President

• The Secretary

What is the speaker inquiring about in the second section?

• The President's health

• The President's plans

• The President's speech

• The President's well-being

What does the speaker do in the final section of the conversation?

• Gives advice

• Asks for help

• Expresses gratitude and congratulations

• Offers criticism

Why might the speaker express congratulations in a conversation?

• To end the conversation

• To change the topic

• To acknowledge achievements

• To show disapproval