Empty Times Square as 1951 air-raid drill continues in New York City

The transcript describes a surreal scene where optimistic officials witness a deserted Times Square, with civil defence wardens being the only presence. Normally bustling traffic has come to a halt, and the empty streets of Manhattan evoke a chilling nightmare.

What was the only presence in Times Square when it was deserted?

• Tourists

• Police officers

• Civil defence wardens

• Street vendors

What unusual event occurred with the traffic in New York Times?

• It was moving faster than usual

• It stopped and pulled over to the curb

• It was heavier than usual

• It was redirected

What was the reaction of the normally unstoppable traffic in NYT?

• It was redirected to another route

• It continued as usual

• It pulled over to the curb

• It increased in volume

How are the empty streets of Manhattan described?

• As a bustling marketplace

• As a peaceful retreat

• As a vibrant festival

• As a chilling nightmare

Which of the following best describes the atmosphere of the empty Manhattan streets?

• Calm and serene

• Joyful and lively

• Eerie and unsettling

• Busy and chaotic