Titanic Trivia Challenge

What made the fictional story 'The Wreck of the Titan' strange and surprising?

• It was based on a true story of a shipwreck in the 1800s.

• The story was written as a sequel to another famous novel.

• It was set in a futuristic world with advanced technology.

• It was published before the Titanic disaster and shares striking similarities with it.

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Why did the builders of the Titanic want to make it so large and luxurious?

• To attract wealthy passengers and establish a reputation for excellence.

• To accommodate a larger crew for operational efficiency.

• To reduce construction costs and save time.

• To create a ship that could withstand any storm.

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What major issue contributed to many lives being lost during the Titanic’s sinking?

• Inadequate training of the crew for emergency situations.

• Insufficient lifeboats for all passengers.

• A collision with an iceberg that was not detected.

• Poor weather conditions during the voyage.

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What can be inferred about Captain Edward J. Smith's role on the Titanic?

• Captain Edward J. Smith was the navigator of the Titanic.

• Captain Edward J. Smith was the ship's engineer.

• Captain Edward J. Smith was the captain of the Titanic.

• Captain Edward J. Smith was a passenger on the Titanic.

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What was the Titanic's intended route during its maiden voyage?

• Southampton to New York City, with stops in Cherbourg and Queenstown.

• London to Paris, with stops in Amsterdam and Brussels.

• Liverpool to Boston, with stops in Halifax and Montreal.

• Dover to New York City, with stops in Calais and Dublin.

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How many passengers were on board the Titanic when it sank?

• 2224

• 1800

• 2500

• 1500

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What was the primary reason for the Titanic's sinking?

• Mechanical failure

• Overcrowding of passengers

• Hitting an iceberg

• Fire in the engine room

What safety measures were criticized after the Titanic disaster?

• Excessive lifeboats on board

• Advanced radar technology

• Comprehensive safety drills prior to departure

• Insufficient lifeboats, lack of emergency procedures, inadequate crew training, failure to heed iceberg warnings.

What was the name of the ship that rescued Titanic survivors?

• RMS Britannic

• RMS Carpathia

• RMS Olympic

• SS Californian

How did the Titanic's design contribute to its reputation as 'unsinkable'?

• The Titanic was built with a single hull for better speed.

• The Titanic's design featured no safety measures at all.

• The Titanic's design included a double hull and watertight compartments, leading to its reputation as 'unsinkable'.

• The Titanic was made of lightweight materials to enhance buoyancy.

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