US Defence Secretary Gates bilat with French Defence Minister

The transcript consists of repeated expressions of gratitude, a farewell, and a statement of uncertainty.

What does the speaker do after expressing gratitude multiple times?

• Starts a discussion

• Introduces a new topic

• Says goodbye

• Asks a question

What is the main action of the speaker in the second section?

• Expresses gratitude

• Asks for help

• Shares a story

• Gives instructions

What is the speaker unsure about in the last section?

• The location

• The time

• The topic

• The next steps