I Survived the Great Molasses Flood, Chap 9-10

Front

What exploded from the tank during the Great Molasses Flood?

Back

Bolts and rivets.

Front

Who did Carmen feel like in the story?

Back

Dorothy in The Wizard of Oz.

Front

How tall was the wave of molasses that hit the city?

Back

20 feet.

Front

What animal did Carmen compare the molasses to?

Back

A thousand snakes.

Front

What did Carmen and Tony hang on to during the flood?

Back

A wagon wheel.

Front

What is the Great Molasses Flood?

Back

A disaster that occurred in Boston in 1919 when a large tank of molasses burst.

Front

Why is the Great Molasses Flood significant?

Back

It caused destruction and loss of life, highlighting the dangers of industrial accidents.

Front

What did the molasses wave do to the streets?

Back

It flooded the streets, making it difficult for people to escape.

Front

What feeling did Carmen experience during the flood?

Back

Fear and confusion.

Front

What lesson can we learn from the Great Molasses Flood?

Back

The importance of safety regulations in industrial settings.