Impact of Containerization Quiz 03

What year did the Ideal-X embark on its maiden journey?

• 1970

• 1960

• 1956

• 1980

Who developed the system of containerization?

• Alexander Graham Bell

• Thomas Edison

• Malcolm McLean

• Nikola Tesla

What was the average speed of cargo ships in knots mentioned in the text?

• 25 knots

• 10 knots

• 20 knots

• 15 knots

Which route has been opened up for shipping due to global warming?

• Southeast Passage

• Northeast Passage

• Northwest Passage

• Southwest Passage

What was the main reason for the development of containerization?

• To increase shipping time

• To decrease shipping costs

• To promote piracy

• To reduce global warming

Which city was put on the map due to the shipping boom?

• New York

• Newark

• Los Angeles

• Chicago

What was the main advantage of containerization in terms of loading process?

• It took more than a week to load a ship

• It took a matter of hours to load a ship

• It took a month to load a ship

• It took a year to load a ship

What is the average speed of cargo ships today?

• 20 knots

• 15 knots

• 10 knots

• 5 knots

What is the main impact of containerization on the global economy?

• Decreased trade network

• Increased shipping costs

• Isolation of countries

• Development of a global economy and trade network

What is the main benefit of the Northeast Passage for shipping?

• Avoiding fuel savings

• Avoiding pirate-infested waters

• Increasing travel time

• Increasing fuel costs