Crimson Tide Movie Flashcard

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Which actor portrays the commanding officer, Captain Frank Ramsey?

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Gene Hackman

Front

What role does Denzel Washington’s character, Ron Hunter, serve aboard the USS Alabama?

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Executive Officer (XO)

Front

What type of naval vessel is the USS Alabama?

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Ballistic missile submarine

Front

What major international crisis serves as the backdrop for the film?

Back

Russian rebels threatening nuclear war

Front

What sparks the central conflict between Captain Ramsey and XO Hunter?

Back

A second, incomplete communication regarding a missile launch

Front

What is the name of the submarine featured in the film?

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USS Alabama

Front

Why does XO Hunter hesitate to authorize the missile launch?

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He believes a second message may have countermanded the order

Front

What event causes the loss of full communication with naval command? Options: An internal system failure, Enemy sabotage, The submarine’s antenna is damaged during a skirmish, A cyberattack

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The submarine’s antenna is damaged during a skirmish

Front

What is Captain Ramsey’s perspective on military orders and action?

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Immediate response is necessary to maintain authority and national security

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How does Hunter respond when ordered to initiate a nuclear launch?

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He delays, demanding confirmation