Wall Street Week Remembers September 11th

The transcript recounts the events of September 11, 2001, when planes crashed into the World Trade Center and the Pentagon, marking the start of the global war on terrorism. President Bush's response, the FAA's unprecedented grounding of flights, and the economic impact on Wall Street are highlighted. The narrative concludes with the lasting legacy and remembrance of the nearly 3,000 victims on the 20th anniversary of the attacks.

What significant event occurred 17 minutes after the first plane hit the North Tower of the World Trade Center?

• A third plane crashed into the Pentagon.

• President Bush declared a state of emergency.

• A second plane hit the South Tower.

• The FAA ordered all planes to land.

Where was President Bush when he was informed about the attacks on 9/11?

• In Florida visiting an elementary school

• At the White House

• At the Pentagon

• In Washington D.C.

What unprecedented action did the FAA take in response to the 9/11 attacks?

• Increased security checks at all airports

• Grounded all military flights

• Ordered every airline in US airspace to land at the nearest airport

• Closed all airports indefinitely

How long was Wall Street shut down following the 9/11 attacks?

• One day

• Three days

• Four days

• A week

What was the impact on the Dow Jones Industrials when trading resumed after 9/11?

• It saw no significant change

• It decreased by 14%

• It increased by 14%

• It remained stable