Survival Scenarios from the Norman Atlantic

On December 28, 2014, the Norman Atlantic ferry faced a severe winter storm with 417 passengers aboard. Amidst the chaos, a fire broke out on deck 4, forcing Leonidas Constantan etus to make a daring escape by sea. Clinging to a cable, he survived in the water until a life raft, driven by the storm's wind, reached him. After six hours of burning, the Coast Guard arrived to rescue the remaining passengers and crew.

What was the date when the Norman Atlantic faced a severe storm?

• December 25, 2014

• January 1, 2015

• December 31, 2014

• December 28, 2014

How many passengers were on board the Norman Atlantic during the storm?

• 500

• 300

• 417

• 600

Where did Leonidas Constantanitas go when he couldn't find a seat?

• Back to his truck on deck 4

• To the captain's cabin

• To the dining area

• To the upper deck

What unexpected event occurred on deck 4?

• The deck collapsed

• The deck flooded

• A fire broke out

• A storm hit the deck

What did Leonidas find that offered a possible escape from the fire?

• A cable dangling into the sea

• A helicopter

• A hidden door

• A lifeboat

What choice did Leonidas make to escape the fire?

• He ran to the upper deck

• He stayed in the truck

• He jumped into the sea

• He called for help

How did Leonidas manage to stay afloat in the sea?

• He had a life jacket

• He was a strong swimmer

• He clung to a cable

• He used a piece of wood

What helped Leonidas get onto the life raft?

• The wind blew the raft to him

• A passing ship

• A fellow passenger

• A rescue helicopter

Who arrived to rescue the passengers and crew of the Norman Atlantic?

• The Coast Guard

• A nearby cruise ship

• A private rescue team

• The Navy

How long was Leonidas in the sea before being rescued?

• Seven hours

• Five hours

• Three hours

• Nine hours