1947 wildfire rages in Bar Harbor, Maine

The transcript describes a prolonged battle that lasted nearly a week, during which the evacuation of townspeople became increasingly dangerous as the fire blocked escape routes.

How long did the battle last?

• Several days

• A few hours

• Almost a week

• A month

What was becoming more dangerous during the evacuation?

• The weather

• The roads

• The evacuation process

• The communication

What was the main reason for the increased danger in evacuation?

• The blaze cutting off escape routes

• Lack of resources

• Increased population

• Poor planning

What was the impact of the blaze on the townspeople?

• It improved visibility

• It blocked escape routes

• It provided warmth

• It reduced air pollution

What was the primary challenge faced by the townspeople?

• Escaping the blaze

• Communicating with others

• Finding food

• Building shelters