VOICED : Poland's mighty Vistula turns up gems

The Vistula River in Warsaw has reached its lowest level in two centuries due to a dry summer. This contrasts with past high water levels, such as in 2010. The low levels have uncovered historical artifacts, including ruins of a WWII bridge and a wooden riverboat. Archaeologists are taking advantage of these discoveries before the river rises again.

What is the current state of the Vistula River in Warsaw?

• It is flooding the city of Warsaw.

• It is at its highest level in two centuries.

• It has dried up to its lowest level in two centuries.

• It is experiencing moderate water levels.

What significant event occurred in the spring of 2010 concerning the Vistula River?

• The river dried up completely.

• The river reached a record low level.

• Floodwaters crested at 8 meters.

• The river was diverted to another city.

What has the low water level of the Vistula River revealed?

• A hidden treasure chest.

• The ruins of a centuries-old bridge.

• A new species of fish.

• A new island in the river.

What type of artifact was found sticking out of the water?

• A metal statue.

• A wooden board from a riverboat.

• A glass bottle.

• A stone tablet.

Why is there urgency in the archaeological work on the Vistula River?

• The river's water levels will rise again with autumn storms.

• The archaeologists are running out of funding.

• The river is expected to freeze over soon.

• The artifacts are being stolen by treasure hunters.