September 11, 2001: A Day of Tragedy and Heroism

What was the weather like in New York City on September 11, 2001?

• Snowy and cold

• Rainy with thunderstorms

• Sunny with a high near 80 degrees

• Cloudy with a chance of rain

Which flight was the first to be hijacked on September 11, 2001?

• United Airlines Flight 175

• American Airlines Flight 77

• American Airlines Flight 11

• United Airlines Flight 93

At what time did Flight 11 crash into the North Tower of the World Trade Center?

• 10:03 AM

• 8:46 AM

• 9:03 AM

• 9:37 AM

Which building was struck by Flight 77?

• The Pentagon

• The South Tower of the World Trade Center

• The White House

• The U.S. Capitol

What heroic action did the passengers of United Flight 93 take?

• They landed the plane safely.

• They fought back against the terrorists.

• They diverted the plane to Canada.

• They contacted the White House for help.

How long after being hit did the South Tower collapse?

• 2 hours

• 1 hour and 40 minutes

• 55 minutes

• 30 minutes

What action did the FAA take at 9:42 AM?

• Evacuated the White House

• Grounded all flights across the U.S.

• Closed all airports in New York

• Issued a nationwide alert

What significant event occurred at 5:20 PM on September 11, 2001?

• The North Tower collapsed

• The Pentagon was evacuated

• President Bush addressed the nation

• Seven World Trade Center collapsed

What did 150 congressmen do on the evening of September 11, 2001?

• Met with the President

• Sang 'God Bless America' on the Capitol steps

• Visited Ground Zero

• Held a press conference

What is the purpose of the memorials established after September 11, 2001?

• To celebrate the rebuilding of the towers

• To commemorate the opening of the new World Trade Center

• To honor the bravery and spirit of those lost

• To mark the end of the war on terror