Royal Canadian Air Force fire

Royal Canadian Air Force fire

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Interactive Video

Journalism, History, Science

9th - 10th Grade

Hard

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A fire broke out at a Royal Canadian Air Force hangar at Montreal Airport, causing significant destruction. A cameraman captured the intense flames and explosions. Despite the efforts of six fire companies, the fire destroyed two planes and several buildings. Heroic actions by Air Force personnel saved five aircraft. The fire was eventually contained, preventing further damage to nearby hangars.

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5 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the initial reaction to the fire at the Royal Canadian Air Force hangar?

Immediate control by fire companies

On-the-spot filming by a cameraman

Evacuation of all personnel

Quick extinguishing of the fire

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the main cause of the fire's intensity?

Strong winds

Oil-fed flames

Lack of fire equipment

Explosions in nearby buildings

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many planes were destroyed in the fire?

One

Two

Three

Four

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Air Force personnel take during the fire?

They evacuated the area

They called for more fire companies

They extinguished the fire

They wheeled out five aircraft

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the outcome of the firefighters' efforts?

The fire caused no damage

The fire was contained and did not spread

The fire spread to adjacent hangars

The fire was extinguished immediately