MINE CLEARING

The transcript covers Brendan Foster's athletic achievement, the Soviet Union's efforts in clearing mines from the Suez Canal, and the economic benefits for Egypt once the canal is reopened. It also mentions the annual celebration of Horseman's Sunday.

Who is mentioned as a great athlete at the beginning of the transcript?

• Brendan Foster

• Usain Bolt

• Michael Phelps

• Serena Williams

Which canal are the Russians working to clear of mines?

• Panama Canal

• Kiel Canal

• Suez Canal

• Corinth Canal

Which countries are collaborating with the Soviet experts to reopen the Suez Canal?

• Germany, Italy, and Spain

• Britain, France, and America

• China, Japan, and India

• Canada, Australia, and New Zealand

What recent achievement is highlighted about the Soviet bomb disposal squads?

• Clearing the port of Rotterdam

• Clearing mines from the Strait of Hormuz

• Clearing mines from the Panama Canal

• Clearing the port of Chittagong in Bangladesh

What is one of the economic benefits mentioned for reopening the Suez Canal?

• Construction of new ports

• Increased tourism in Egypt

• Development of irrigation along the canal

• Expansion of the canal