Gordon Brown meeting troops in Camp Bastion

Gordon Brown visited Camp Bastion to thank British troops for their role in Operation Master Act against the Taliban. He announced the next phase, Afghanisation, focusing on training Afghan forces. Brown pledged additional resources, including police trainers and metal detectors, and plans to replace snatch vehicles. His visit, the eighth to the country, was seen by some as a political maneuver ahead of elections.

What was the primary reason for Gordon Brown's visit to Camp Bastion?

• To inspect new military equipment

• To negotiate with the Taliban

• To thank the military for their efforts in Operation Master Act

• To announce a new military operation

What is the next phase after the initial success of Operation Master Act?

• Withdrawal of troops

• Increased airstrikes

• Afghanisation

• Peace talks with the Taliban

How many extra police trainers did Gordon Brown pledge to send from Britain?

• 250

• 200

• 150

• 100

What significant program did Gordon Brown announce during his visit?

• A new air defense system

• A program to replace snatch vehicles

• A new peace treaty

• An increase in troop numbers

What was one of the criticisms regarding the timing of Gordon Brown's visit?

• It was too late in the year

• It was seen as a political stunt

• It was not well-publicized

• It was during a holiday period