CLEAN : London attack: Birmingham residents speak of shock after raid

The transcript describes a calm area with many university students and accommodations. An unexpected event involving armed police occurs, surprising the local residents. The speaker reflects on living in Birmingham for 19 years and the unexpected nature of such events. They also discuss property ownership and clarify their lack of involvement with tenants.

What aspect of the area does the narrator find surprising?

• The calmness of the area

• The presence of university students

• The occurrence of a shocking event

• The availability of student accommodations

What was the first indication to the narrator that something unusual was happening?

• Seeing neon police

• Hearing loud noises

• Being directed by armed police

• Noticing a crowd gathering

How does the narrator describe their feelings about the incident happening in their city?

• They expected it to happen eventually

• They are shocked it happened so close to home

• They are indifferent to the event

• They feel proud of the city's response

What does the narrator clarify about their connection to the flat next to the restaurant?

• They own the flat but have no involvement with tenants

• They manage the tenants

• They live in the flat

• They are friends with the tenants

What does the narrator imply about knowing their neighbors?

• They know all their neighbors well

• They are unsure about who lives next door

• They have regular meetings with neighbors

• They trust their neighbors completely