CLEAN : Festive New York unmoved by terror threat

The transcript discusses the resilience of city dwellers in the face of potential threats, such as a bomb scare in Chelsea. It highlights how people continue with their daily lives, unafraid, and emphasizes the importance of showing support for local commerce. The speaker shares a personal experience of visiting a holiday market to demonstrate fearlessness and community solidarity, drawing parallels to past events like 9/11. The narrative underscores the community's role in maintaining economic stability and faith in the face of adversity.

What is the general attitude of people living in big cities like Chelsea towards potential threats?

• They avoid public places.

• They are constantly fearful.

• They continue with their daily lives.

• They move to smaller towns.

How did the narrator feel about attending the holiday market after seeing potential threats?

• They were indifferent.

• They decided to stay home.

• They planned to go another day.

• They felt more compelled to attend.

During which event did the narrator reflect on their high school experience?

• The Chelsea bomb threat

• A school reunion

• The 9/11 attacks

• A local festival

What is the narrator's main reason for supporting local commerce?

• To get discounts

• To show resilience against threats

• To avoid traveling far

• To meet friends

What message does the narrator want to convey by continuing to shop locally?

• That they are indifferent to local businesses

• That they prefer online shopping

• That they are afraid of potential threats

• That they are unaffected by global events