Investigators Look For Cause In Amtrak Train Derailment

Investigators Look For Cause In Amtrak Train Derailment

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A train derailed in rural Montana, resulting in 3 deaths and dozens of injuries. The Empire Builder train, traveling from Chicago to Seattle, derailed near Joplin, Montana, with 8 out of 10 cars coming off the tracks. A personal account describes the chaos and fear experienced during the incident.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the train derailment in rural Montana?

Three people died and dozens were injured.

Only minor injuries occurred.

No injuries were reported.

The train was empty, so no one was hurt.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which cities were connected by the Empire Builder train?

Miami and Houston

New York and Los Angeles

Chicago and Seattle

Boston and San Francisco

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many train cars derailed during the incident?

Ten

Eight

Six

Five

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30 sec • 1 pt

How many people were on board the train when it derailed?

250

157

100

200

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the immediate reaction of a passenger during the derailment?

They heard a loud bang and saw the sky.

They were eating and dropped their food.

They were reading and continued to do so.

They were asleep and didn't notice.