Salvage ships and British divers work to clear Suez Canal of wreckage, mines, bombs, and missiles, 1956

The video discusses a $40 million salvage operation to clear the Suez Canal, a vital oil link to West Europe. British frogmen from Malta are tasked with a dangerous mission to clear mines and bombs. The operation involves clearing about 50 sunken ships and two wrecked bridges, with a United Nations team set to take over. The process may take over eight weeks, with uncertainties about the costs and ongoing Middle East tensions.

What is the estimated cost of the salvage operation to clear the Suez Canal?

• $20 million

• $80 million

• $60 million

• $40 million

Who are the British frogmen mentioned in the video?

• Divers from Egypt

• Engineers from France

• Frogmen from Malta

• Sailors from the UK

What is the primary task of the British frogmen in the canal?

• To negotiate with local authorities

• To build new bridges

• To reconnoiter for mines and bombs

• To transport goods

What is the role of the United Nations team in the operation?

• To take over from the British crews

• To provide financial support

• To build new infrastructure

• To negotiate peace treaties

What are the main obstacles blocking the Suez Canal?

• Environmental regulations

• Sunken ships and wrecked bridges

• Heavy traffic and congestion

• Pirate attacks