Canadian smokestack rescue

A chimney inspector, F.J. Esson, becomes stranded atop a 150-foot smokestack in St. John, New Brunswick, after his ladder breaks. Firemen attempt to rescue him but are unable to reach him with their ladders. They manage to send up food and drink, and after six and a half hours, a Royal Canadian Air Force helicopter successfully rescues him. Esson, unharmed, decides this will be his last ladder job.

What caused the chimney inspector to become stranded atop the smokestack?

• The ladder broke

• He climbed too high

• A sudden storm

• He lost his balance

How did the rescue team initially assist the trapped man?

• By sending a helicopter

• By providing food and drink

• By climbing the smokestack

• By using a longer ladder

How long did the ordeal last before the helicopter arrived?

• Eight hours

• Six and a half hours

• Four and a half hours

• Three hours

What was the role of the Royal Canadian Air Force in the rescue?

• They coordinated the ground rescue team

• They lowered a basket to lift the man to safety

• They provided medical assistance

• They provided food and drink

What decision did F.J. Esson make after his rescue?

• To move to a different city

• To continue working as a chimney inspector

• To retire immediately

• To never take another ladder job