WONDER #1121: Can All Fires Be Put Out?

Question 1 of 3

When did the underground mine fire in Centralia, Pennsylvania, start?

1. 1959
2. 1983
3. 2002
4. 1962

Question 2 of 3

What is fueling the fire still burning under Centralia, Pennsylvania?

1. oil
2. gasoline
3. coal
4. wood

Question 3 of 3

Scientists believe there could be _____ underground coal mine fires burning underground in the United States.

1. 12
2. 200 or more
3. 1,000
4. over 50,000

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