Earthquake survivor talks to AP about his ordeal

The narrator recounts a harrowing experience where he survived a life-threatening situation. He describes contacting his wife to inform her of his survival, the rescue by a Colombian team, and his gratitude for being alive. His wife had prepared for the worst by arranging a funeral, but fortunately, he was rescued. The narrator shares survival techniques he used, such as controlling his bodily functions and maintaining mental focus, to endure the ordeal.

What was the first thing the narrator did after realizing he was alive?

• He prayed.

• He contacted his boss.

• He celebrated with the rescuers.

• He called his wife.

Who were the rescuers that helped the narrator?

• A group of tourists

• Local firefighters

• Colombian rescuers from Bogotá

• His family members

What did the narrator's wife do in preparation for his presumed death?

• She bought a coffin.

• She wrote a eulogy.

• She organized a memorial service.

• She contacted the media.

How did the narrator manage his need to urinate while trapped?

• He used a bottle.

• He ignored the urge.

• He practiced mental control.

• He drank water to dilute it.

What mental state did the narrator compare his survival tactics to?

• Meditation

• Yoga

• Daydreaming

• Hypnosis