Investigation into Apollo Theatre collapse begins

Investigation into Apollo Theatre collapse begins

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Performing Arts, Journalism

9th - 12th Grade

Hard

A pre-Christmas night at London's Apollo Theater turned tragic when a large section of the ceiling collapsed during a performance, causing chaos and injuries. Emergency services quickly responded, setting up a makeshift triage and using buses to transport the injured to hospitals. Despite the severity, there were no fatalities. Investigations revealed the collapse was due to heavy plastering typical of the theater's age. The incident left many shocked and upset, highlighting the unexpected dangers in public venues.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event occurred at the Apollo Theater that caused chaos and injuries?

A fire broke out

A large section of the ceiling collapsed

An actor fell off the stage

A power outage occurred

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did emergency services adapt to the situation at the Apollo Theater?

By providing food and water to the audience

By evacuating everyone to a nearby park

By setting up a makeshift triage area

By using helicopters to airlift people

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of London buses during the emergency response?

They were used to block roads

They transported injured people to hospitals

They provided shelter for the audience

They were used to deliver medical supplies

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the investigation reveal about the cause of the ceiling collapse?

It was due to a structural design flaw

It was a result of an earthquake

It was caused by heavy, ornate plastering

It was due to a fire

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did Nimax Theatres describe the ceiling collapse incident?

As an expected outcome

As shocking and upsetting

As a routine maintenance issue

As a minor inconvenience