VOICED : Campesinos estoicos por los ninos de la cueva de Tailandia

A Thai farmer's fields are flooded, and livestock lost, as part of a community effort to rescue 12 children and their coach trapped in a cave. The rescue operation involves pumping water out of the cave, affecting local farmers who willingly sacrifice their land. Despite significant water removal, the threat of returning monsoon rains looms.

What is the main reason the Thai farmer is proud despite his losses?

• He has a surplus of crops.

• He is helping to rescue children trapped in a cave.

• He is recognized by the government.

• He received compensation for his losses.

What is the primary method used by the community to assist in the rescue efforts?

• Using helicopters to airlift the children.

• Building a dam to redirect water.

• Pumping water out of the cave.

• Digging a new tunnel to the cave.

How much water has been extracted from the cave so far?

• Enough to fill 10 Olympic pools.

• Enough to fill 20 Olympic pools.

• Enough to fill 5 Olympic pools.

• Enough to fill 15 Olympic pools.

What are some of the losses faced by local farmers due to the flooding?

• Loss of crops and livestock.

• Damage to farm equipment.

• Increased crop yield.

• Loss of farm workers.

What weather condition is expected to challenge the rescue efforts?

• Strong winds.

• Monsoon rains.

• Heavy snowfall.

• A heatwave.