Mexico City 2017 Earthquake - search for survivors continues

Mexico City 2017 Earthquake - search for survivors continues

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Interactive Video

Journalism, Social Studies, Other

9th - 10th Grade

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The transcript describes the aftermath of an earthquake in Mexico City, highlighting the intense rescue efforts and the challenges faced by rescuers. Despite the dangerous conditions, volunteers work tirelessly to save lives. There are moments of hope, such as when search dogs indicate possible survivors, but also instances of false hope due to miscommunication about survivors. The dedication of volunteers remains strong despite the harsh weather conditions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was one of the main challenges faced by rescuers in the initial efforts?

Lack of volunteers

Communication barriers

Insufficient food supplies

Dangerous debris and concrete

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What method was used to ensure silence during the search for survivors?

Using loudspeakers

Playing music

Fists indicating silence

Shouting instructions

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the role of search dogs during the rescue operations?

To find food supplies

To guard the area

To locate survivors

To entertain volunteers

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was discovered about the stories of children surviving the earthquake?

They were partially true

They were confirmed true

They were exaggerated

They were completely false

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How did the weather affect the ongoing rescue efforts?

It was often miserable but did not deter volunteers

It had no impact

It improved the rescue conditions

It made the volunteers more enthusiastic