CLEAN : London attack: eyewitnesses tell of panic on bridge

A witness recounts a car crashing into parliamentary fencing, initially thought to be an accident, but later realized as a serious incident with gunshots. Emergency services and police quickly responded, cordoning off the area and evacuating people, including MPs. The public was shocked and panicked by the unfolding events.

What did the narrator initially think when they heard the car crash?

• It was a parade.

• It was a dreadful accident.

• It was a terrorist attack.

• It was a movie scene.

What made the narrator realize the situation was more serious?

• The presence of a news crew.

• Seeing a helicopter overhead.

• The arrival of the Prime Minister.

• Hearing gunshots.

What did the narrator observe about the police presence?

• There were only a few officers present.

• Police were handing out flyers.

• Police were directing traffic.

• A large number of police vehicles and officers arrived.

How did the tactical police officers respond upon arrival?

• They left the scene immediately.

• They set up a perimeter around the zoo.

• They stormed into the Houses of Parliament.

• They started interviewing witnesses.

What was the public's reaction to the incident?

• They were celebrating.

• They were calm and collected.

• They were indifferent.

• They were shocked and confused.