Armed Police Surround Besieged Sydney Cafe

Armed Police Surround Besieged Sydney Cafe

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The transcript discusses a developing situation in Sydney, where police have expanded their cordon around Martin Place due to a potential hostage situation at the Lindt cafe. Up to 40 people may be inside, though this is unconfirmed. A flag resembling the Islamic State flag was seen, but it is actually the Shahada flag. The Australian Stock Exchange and other businesses in the CBD have been evacuated. Security is heightened, and traffic is still flowing on nearby streets. The situation is reminiscent of past terror threats in the area.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the estimated number of people inside the Lindt cafe according to the CEO of LINT Australia?

Up to 40 people

Up to 30 people

Up to 20 people

Up to 50 people

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which flag was mistakenly identified as the Islamic State flag?

The United Nations flag

The Red Cross flag

The Shahada flag

The Australian flag

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which major financial institution's building was evacuated during the incident?

The European Central Bank

The International Monetary Fund

The World Bank

The Reserve Bank of Australia

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was found at the Sydney Opera House that led to its evacuation?

A fire alarm

A suspicious package

A protest

A power outage

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the alleged plan during the terror raids in Sydney back in September?

To bomb a government building

To hijack a plane

To rob a bank

To kidnap and behead someone publicly