Theresa May speech Manchester Terror Attack PT 1

The transcript details a meeting of the UK's emergency committee following a terrorist attack in Manchester. The attack targeted young people at Manchester Arena, resulting in significant casualties. The police and security services are actively investigating the incident to understand the full scope of the attack. The transcript provides a timeline of the events and highlights the severity of the attack, marking it as one of the worst in the region's history.

What was the primary focus of the government's emergency meeting?

• Planning a public holiday

• Discussing economic policies

• Organizing a sports event

• Addressing the Manchester attack

Who were the primary targets of the Manchester attack?

• Elderly citizens

• Tourists

• Government officials

• Young people

How does the Manchester attack rank in terms of severity in the UK?

• It was a local disturbance

• It was among the worst terrorist incidents

• It was the first attack in Manchester

• It was a minor incident

Where did the terrorist detonate the explosive device?

• In a shopping mall

• At a school

• At Manchester Arena

• In a residential area

What was the terrorist's intention by choosing the time and place of the attack?

• To create a diversion

• To cause maximum harm

• To minimize casualties

• To avoid detection