CLEAN : Joseph Dittmar, survivor from the World Trade Center's South Tower on 9/11

The transcript recounts a personal experience during the 9/11 attacks. It begins with a meeting interrupted by an explosion in the north tower, followed by observations of the damage. The narrator describes the decision to evacuate, the impact of the second plane, and encounters with first responders. The narrative concludes with reflections on survival and the importance of sharing the story.

What was the first indication that something was wrong in the conference room?

• A loud noise

• The lights flickering

• A sudden temperature change

• A phone call

What did the narrator first notice about the north tower after the explosion?

• The tower was on fire

• The windows were shattered

• There were huge black holes

• The building was leaning

What was the narrator's initial reaction upon seeing the damage to the north tower?

• They wanted to take pictures

• They wanted to call for help

• They wanted to go home

• They wanted to investigate further

What delayed the narrator's colleague during the evacuation?

• He went to the men's room

• He was helping others evacuate

• He stopped to make a phone call

• He was looking for his belongings

How did the narrator describe the movement of the building during the second impact?

• It swayed gently

• It shook violently

• It remained stable

• It tilted to one side

What did the narrator observe about the emergency responders?

• They were hesitant to enter

• They were unsure of what to do

• They knew they might not return

• They were calm and confident

What realization did the narrator have after reaching safety?

• They had to share their survival story

• They wanted to return to the building

• They needed to call their family

• They needed to find their colleagues