CLEAN : FILE: 5 London towers being evacuated over fire safety fears

CLEAN : FILE: 5 London towers being evacuated over fire safety fears

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Social Studies, Other, Architecture

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript discusses concerns about fire safety in buildings, particularly focusing on the materials used in cladding. It highlights the similarities between the materials used in the speaker's building and those in the Grenfell Tower, which are flammable but not as much. The speaker expresses fear for personal safety and the safety of their family, especially after the tragedy at Grenfell. The local council has promised to remove the cladding, and the community is seeking answers and assurance for their safety.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main concern about the materials used in the building compared to Grenfell Tower?

They were more flammable.

They were less flammable.

They were exactly the same.

They were non-flammable.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the residents feel about the potential fire risk in their building?

They were indifferent.

They were excited.

They felt reassured.

They were frightened.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the council promise to take regarding the building materials?

Repaint the building.

Install new fire alarms.

Remove all the cladding.

Conduct a fire drill.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did the residents hope to gain from the council meeting?

A new playground for children.

A reduction in rent.

Answers and assurance of safety.

More funding for renovations.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the residents' reaction to the council's initial response?

They were still concerned.

They were angry.

They were confused.

They were satisfied.