RESCUE BY 'COPTER

The transcript describes a challenging journey where a Norwegian liner ran aground between Swatow and Singapore. The American 7th Fleet's helicopter conducted a rescue operation, prioritizing women and children, and transferred over a hundred passengers to the USS Helena. The passengers, returning from visits to Communist China, were amazed by the helicopter rescue.

What was the initial problem faced by the Norwegian liner?

• It ran aground.

• It caught fire.

• It ran out of fuel.

• It was attacked by pirates.

Which fleet's helicopter came to the rescue of the passengers?

• The Australian Navy

• The British Royal Navy

• The American 7th Fleet

• The Canadian Navy

Who were prioritized for rescue during the helicopter operation?

• Elderly passengers

• Women and children

• Crew members

• All passengers equally

Where were the passengers taken after being rescued by the helicopter?

• To a nearby island

• Back to Swatow

• To Singapore

• To the USS Helena

What was the likely reaction of the Chinese passengers to the helicopter rescue?

• They were scared of flying.

• They were unimpressed.

• They were amazed by the helicopters.

• They were indifferent.