The Titanic Tragedy

What was the cost of first-class passage on the Titanic?

• $4,000

• $1,000

• $2,000

• $3,000

Who were the wealthy department store owners on board the Titanic?

• John Jacob Astor and his wife

• Isidor and Ida Straus

• Captain Edward J. Smith

• The crew members

How many watertight compartments did the Titanic's hull have?

• 10

• 12

• 14

• 16

What caused the cracks and unriveted seams in the Titanic's hull?

• Rubbing against an iceberg

• Brittle steel in icy waters

• High speed of the ship

• Water pouring inside

Which ship was just 20 minutes away from the Titanic when it sent distress signals?

• The California

• The Carpathia

• The Astor

• The Straus

What time did the Carpathia arrive at the scene?

• 11:40 p.m.

• 2:00 a.m.

• 4:00 a.m.

• 10:00 a.m.

How many people survived the Titanic wreck?

• 705

• 1,517

• 1,200

• 4,000

Who were among the heroes that stepped aside for younger passengers to board lifeboats?

• John Jacob Astor and his wife

• Isidor and Ida Straus

• Captain Edward J. Smith

• All of the above

What caused the tragedy of the Titanic according to scientists?

• Large gash from the iceberg

• Steel hull and high speed

• Water pouring inside

• Lack of lifeboats

When was the wreckage of the Titanic found?

• 1912

• 1930

• 1985

• 2000