Exploring the Titanic Review

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What was the capacity issue with the lifeboats on the Titanic?

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Most lifeboats were only half full.

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What barriers prevented many third class passengers from escaping the Titanic?

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They were trapped by barriers which separated the classes.

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How did the behavior of third class passengers differ from those in other classes during the evacuation?

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On the deck, most people remained calm but not in the third class.

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What did Captain Smith and his crew find difficult to see on calm, clear nights?

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They discussed how hard it was to see icebergs.

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What does chronological order refer to?

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Chronological order is the sequence of events.

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What was the significance of lifeboat capacity during the Titanic disaster?

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The insufficient capacity contributed to the high number of casualties.

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How did class separation impact survival rates on the Titanic?

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Class separation trapped many third class passengers, limiting their chances of survival.

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What psychological factors influenced passenger behavior during the Titanic sinking?

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Calmness in higher classes contrasted with panic in third class.

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What environmental conditions made iceberg detection challenging for the Titanic?

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Calm, clear nights made it hard to see icebergs.

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Why is understanding chronological order important in historical events?

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It helps in understanding the sequence and cause-effect relationships of events.

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