VOICED: Eurostar explains train breakdowns

For three days, passengers have been stranded at London St. Pancras and Paris stations, hoping for resumed train services to Europe. Eurostar explained that powdery snow caused engine failures in the Channel Tunnel. The French Government deemed the situation unacceptable, demanding a resolution. Eurostar plans a limited service from Tuesday, but full service may not resume before Christmas.

What was the main reason passengers were gathered at London St. Pancras station?

• To celebrate a festival

• To catch a flight to Europe

• To wait for the resumption of train services to mainland Europe

• To attend a concert

What was the primary cause of the Eurostar train service disruption?

• A strike by train staff

• Powdery snow breaching the engine protection systems

• Engine failure

• Track maintenance work

How did the powdery snow affect the Eurostar trains?

• It froze the train wheels

• It blocked the train doors

• It led to short circuits in the electrical systems

• It caused the trains to derail

What was the French Government's reaction to the Eurostar breakdown?

• They ignored the situation

• They offered financial aid to Eurostar

• They called the breakdown unacceptable and demanded action

• They praised Eurostar for their quick response

When is Eurostar expected to resume full service?

• In the next summer

• Immediately

• Before Christmas

• After Christmas