Hotels Seek Ways to Reduce Fire Menace

Hotels Seek Ways to Reduce Fire Menace

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Interactive Video

Physics, Architecture, Business

9th - 10th Grade

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The video introduces a new fire escape system in Atlanta, Georgia, designed for hotels and office buildings. The system features a reel of one-inch steel tape that allows for a rapid descent, addressing the need for effective escape devices following a series of tragic hotel fires, including the Weinkauf fire. Irvin Bassett demonstrates the device, highlighting its speed and efficiency. The device can reach up to 38 stories, and hotel operators are showing interest to prevent future disasters.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary feature of the new fire escape system introduced in Atlanta?

A parachute system for jumping

A slide that extends from the window

A ladder that extends from the roof

A reel of one-inch steel tape for descent

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are Atlantans particularly aware of the need for fire escape devices?

Because of new building regulations

Because of a recent tragic fire incident

Due to a recent tornado

Due to frequent earthquakes

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many major hotel fires occurred in America last year, according to the transcript?

20

10

40

30

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the descent speed of the new fire escape device demonstrated by Irvin Bassett?

10 floors in 12 seconds

18 floors in 12 seconds

12 floors in 18 seconds

12 floors in 10 seconds

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the maximum height the new fire escape tape can reach?

58 stories

48 stories

38 stories

28 stories