New York Test Air Raid

The video describes New York City's first air raid practice, where 40,000 wardens guide citizens to shelters. The city, including 5th Ave, comes to a halt as Mayor LaGuardia oversees the operation. The simulation involves clearing streets and stopping public transport, affecting millions. After 24 minutes, the alert ends, and normalcy resumes, demonstrating the city's preparedness.

What was the role of the 40,000 air raid wardens during the city's first practice?

• To clear the streets of the city

• To guide people to designated shelters

• To stop traffic on 5th Avenue

• To announce the all-clear signal

How did the city appear during the air raid test?

• Like a crowded festival

• Like a bustling metropolis

• Like Main Street and a ghost town

• Like a busy shopping center

What was Mayor LaGuardia's role during the test?

• He gave personal direction

• He was absent from the test

• He announced the end of the test

• He managed the public transport

What happened to public transport during the air raid test?

• It was used to transport people to shelters

• It was emptied and halted

• It was rerouted

• It continued as usual

How long did the afternoon alert last, and what was the city's reaction?

• 15 minutes, and the city was caught off guard

• 24 minutes, and the city was surprised but prepared

• 30 minutes, and the city was unprepared

• 10 minutes, and the city was fully prepared