Wells' Heroic Actions and Background

Wells Crowther, known for his red bandana, was a hero during the 9/11 attacks. As a child, he received a red bandana from his father, which became a symbol of strength for him. He grew up to be an athlete and a volunteer firefighter. On September 11, 2001, Wells worked on the 104th floor of the World Trade Center. After the attacks, he used his firefighting skills and red bandana to save many lives, leading survivors to safety multiple times. His bravery was recognized posthumously, and he is remembered as the 'Man in the Red Bandana.'

What was the color of the bandana Wells received from his father?

• Blue

• Green

• Yellow

• Red

What sports did Wells play where he used the bandana under his helmet?

• Basketball and Soccer

• Baseball and Football

• Ice Hockey and Lacrosse

• Tennis and Golf

At what age did Wells become a volunteer firefighter?

• 16

• 20

• 14

• 18

Where did Wells work after college?

• One World Trade Center

• Chrysler Building

• World Trade Center

• Empire State Building

What did Wells do immediately after hearing the explosion on September 11, 2001?

• Called his father

• Stayed in his office

• Left his office

• Went to the roof

What did Wells use to protect himself from smoke in the Sky Lobby?

• A gas mask

• A wet cloth

• His red bandana

• A scarf

How many trips did Wells make to rescue people from the Sky Lobby?

• One

• Two

• Three

• Four

What tool did Wells realize he needed to save people trapped under metal?

• A crowbar

• Jaws of Life

• A fire hose

• A ladder

How did Wells' mother find out about his heroic actions?

• Through a phone call

• By reading a newspaper article

• From a TV news report

• By visiting the site

What did survivors remember most about Wells?

• His blue bandana

• His firefighter uniform

• His calm voice

• His red bandana