VOICED : La mirada de Omaira simbolo de la tragedia de Armero

VOICED : La mirada de Omaira simbolo de la tragedia de Armero

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Interactive Video

History, Social Studies

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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Wayground Content

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The transcript recounts the tragic story of Omaira Sánchez, a 13-year-old girl who became a symbol of the Armero tragedy in 1985. An avalanche caused by the Nevado del Ruiz volcano devastated the city, killing 25,000 people. Omaira was trapped under debris and died after three days, despite rescue efforts. Her grave has become a sanctuary for offerings and prayers. The disaster left only ruins and memories of the lives lost.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the height of the mudslide that devastated Armero?

20 meters

30 meters

50 meters

40 meters

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How long did Omaira Sánchez survive after being trapped?

Two days

One day

Three days

Four days

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has Omaira Sánchez's grave become over the years?

A forgotten site

A tourist attraction

A place for scientific research

A sanctuary for offerings and petitions

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What natural event caused the mudslide in Armero?

A tsunami

A hurricane

A volcanic eruption

An earthquake

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which volcano was responsible for the disaster in Armero?

Nevado del Santa Isabel

Nevado del Ruiz

Nevado del Tolima

Nevado del Huila