CLEAN : South Africans react to Mandela illness

The transcript discusses Nelson Mandela's significant role in holding the country together and the potential consequences if anything were to happen to him. It highlights the speaker's personal admiration and hope for Mandela's recovery, emphasizing the collective desire for his well-being. The speaker expresses optimism about Mandela's health, supported by the best medical team, and remains hopeful for his recovery.

What role does the speaker believe the key figure plays in the country's stability?

• He is irrelevant to the country's stability.

• He is a financial leader.

• He is a divisive figure.

• He holds the country together.

What is the speaker's main concern if something happens to the key figure?

• The country will fall apart.

• The country will remain unchanged.

• The country will become a democracy.

• The country will become more prosperous.

What does the speaker express about Mandela's health?

• A hope that he retires soon.

• Indifference to his recovery.

• A wish for his speedy recovery.

• A belief that he is already recovered.

How does the speaker describe the collective sentiment towards Mandela's health?

• People are hopeful for his recovery.

• People want him to step down.

• People are indifferent.

• People are unaware of his condition.

What is the speaker's outlook on Mandela's recovery?

• Optimistic due to the best team of doctors.

• Uncertain due to lack of information.

• Pessimistic due to poor medical care.

• Indifferent to the outcome.