FIRE!

The video reports on a major fire at Pauldon's department store in Manchester. The fire's origin is unknown, but it caused significant destruction, covering two acres. Despite reinforcements, the fire brigade could only prevent the fire from spreading further. The Home Office is expected to investigate the cause, marking it as the city's largest fire since the Blitz. Safety warnings are issued due to the fire's dangers.

Who is reporting the news about the fire?

• John Doe

• Michael Smith

• Paul Shirley

• Geoffrey Shirley

What was the extent of the destruction caused by the fire?

• Only the roof

• The entire department store

• A small section of the store

• A nearby building

How did the fire brigade respond to the fire?

• They evacuated the entire city

• They prevented the fire from spreading

• They called for international help

• They extinguished the fire completely

What will the Home Office likely do regarding the fire?

• Blame the fire brigade

• Rebuild the store

• Investigate the cause

• Ignore it

To what historical event is the fire compared?

• The Great Fire of London

• The Blitz

• The Industrial Revolution

• The Manchester Flood