9/11 Speaker's Insights and Reactions

The transcript describes a day when the speaker was preparing for a Senate education committee briefing. Unexpectedly, news of the World Trade Center attack reached her. Despite the shock, she met with Senator Kennedy and decided to postpone the briefing. Later, she addressed the press, echoing President Bush's sentiments. A journalist's question inspired her to advise parents on reassuring their children, emphasizing the importance of shielding them from repeated traumatic images.

What was the speaker preparing for on the morning of 9/11?

• A visit to a school

• A meeting with the President

• A press conference

• A briefing to the Senate education committee

Who informed the speaker about the first plane hitting the World Trade Center?

• Her husband

• A colleague

• A news reporter

• Her secret service agent

What was the initial reaction of the speaker and others upon hearing about the second plane?

• They held an emergency meeting

• They were shocked and unsure how to react

• They continued with their original plans

• They immediately canceled all plans

Who did the speaker meet at the Capitol after the attacks?

• The Vice President

• Her family

• Senator Ted Kennedy

• The President

What was the speaker's emotional response when meeting Senator Kennedy?

• She was confused

• She broke down in tears

• She remained composed and focused

• She was angry

What did the speaker and the senators do after watching President Bush's address?

• They held a press conference

• They visited the World Trade Center

• They went home

• They continued with the briefing

What question did a journalist ask the speaker that influenced her response to the events?

• How will the government respond?

• What do we say to the children?

• What is the President's plan?

• How can we prevent future attacks?

What advice did the speaker give to parents regarding their children after the attacks?

• Ignore their questions

• Take them to see the aftermath

• Reassure them of their safety and turn off the TV

• Encourage them to watch the news

What was the speaker's professional background that helped her address the journalist's question?

• A psychologist

• A journalist

• A politician

• A teacher and librarian

Why did the speaker suggest turning off the television for children?

• To prevent them from seeing violent images

• To save electricity

• To encourage them to play outside

• To help them focus on their studies