VOICED: Excitement in the air as Egypt prepares to vote

The video discusses the start of Egypt's presidential campaign, highlighting the significance of the upcoming election as the first since the uprising that deposed Hosni Mubarak. It explores the criteria for evaluating candidates, including religious beliefs, political experience, and age. The role of religion is emphasized, with both Islamist and secular candidates competing. The video also highlights the diverse political opinions within families and communities, and the local enthusiasm for the election despite candidates not visiting certain areas.

What significant event is this election marking for Egypt?

• The first election after the Arab Spring

• The first election after World War II

• The first election after the Egyptian Revolution of 1952

• The first election after the fall of the Ottoman Empire

Which factor is NOT mentioned as important when evaluating the presidential candidates?

• Age

• Economic policies

• Participation in the uprising

• Religious beliefs

What is a key criterion for the presidential election according to the transcript?

• Economic background

• Religious beliefs

• Foreign policy

• Military experience

What recent political change in Egypt is mentioned in the transcript?

• Election of a military government

• Election of a coalition government

• Election of an Islamist-dominated parliament

• Election of a secular parliament

What is the mayor's concern regarding the presidential candidates?

• They have not visited the town

• They lack political experience

• They are too young

• They are not religious enough